Strange Weather in AP: Cold, Heat Fluctuations Fuel Disease Surge; Doctors Advise Caution

• Andhra Pradesh experiences unusual weather with dense fog in mornings and intense heat post-11 AM, causing health issues.
• Godavari and Visakhapatnam agency areas particularly affected, with viral fevers spreading due to sudden temperature changes.
• PHCs see a surge in patients with cough, cold, sore throat, and severe fever; doctors advise protective measures.
• Dr. Mangadevi warns against self-medicating with antibiotics for coughs, stressing potential lung problems.
• Key advice includes drinking boiled water, eating warm food, maintaining hygiene, and preventing mosquito breeding to combat dengue and malaria.