Following the recent occurrence of heavy rains and floods, the Ministry of Health reminds the public, especially those living in inundated and affected areas, to take precautionary measures to prevent and avoid any accidents, injuries and possibility of food and water borne infectious diseases such as cholera, diarrhoea, food poisoning and vector borne diseases such as dengue fever and others.

Among the steps that need to be taken during and after floods include ensure drinking water is boiled or drink bottled water; Food must be well-cooked; Prioritise self-hygiene specifically washing hands with clean water and soap after using the toilet; Maintain cleanliness of home and surroundings; Get treatment if feeling ill such as fever, stomachaches, diarrhoea, vomiting and others; Prioritise safety especially of children so that they are not exposed to flood waters AND Avoid from touching electrical wiring that are in flood waters. In facing the rainy and flood season, the public is also reminded to always maintain self-hygiene and practise their respective social responsibility while the country is still tackling the COVID-19 pandemic.

Source: Radio Television Brunei