A heatwave not only poses health issues but also increases the spread of diseases. But how exactly does it contribute to the spread of diseases? Waterborne Diseases: High temperatures can contaminate water reservoirs, leading to the rapid spread of diseases like diarrhea, typhoid, and cholera. Foodborne Diseases: Higher temperatures cause food to spoil quickly, and bacteria multiply rapidly, increasing the risk of food poisoning. Mosquito Breeding: Heat and humidity accelerate mosquito breeding, resulting in a surge in diseases like dengue, malaria, and other mosquito-borne illnesses. Airborne Diseases: During heatwaves, air pollution and dust increase, triggering respiratory diseases like asthma and allergies. Physical Weakness and Reduced Immunity: Extreme heat weakens the body due to dehydration and electrolyte imbalance, compromising the immune system and making it harder for the body to fight off diseases.
