No pointless travel today, attention to people with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Special attention, especially from people suffering from chronic respiratory diseases, is needed today, according to pulmonologists, since, as pointed out, the African dust has descended lower.

As stated to Dnews, the pulmonologist-tuberculologist, President of the Health Promotion, Medical Education and Smoking Cessation Group of the Hellenic and European Pulmonology Society and President of the Union of Pulmonologists of Greece, Mr. St. In fact, today’s day is a bit more difficult, because we see that the dust has settled lower. It’s like a fog. There were several incidents yesterday where the help of pulmonologists was requested. All colleagues report that they had many phone calls to give instructions about patients. Especially in the afternoon hours and with what people saw, there was a “demand”, for coverage by pulmonologists”.

Ms. Tsikrikas advises that people should not go out without a reason today:
“Citizens should not go out today without a reason. Today is also not a good day for sports, or intense physical exercise. Let us not choose this morning to go out and drink coffee with such dust».

Special mention is made for children and those suffering from chronic respiratory problems.
“Children should also not go to the playground today. Let the parents not have to deal with these conditions for even one day. So no pointless movements and especially for people who have breathing problems. Especially vulnerable groups should be careful. Don’t panic, it’s not the first time, it will pass. He just wants attention”

The announcement of the Union of Pulmonologists

The Union of Pulmonologists of Greece calls on citizens, and especially people who belong to the vulnerable and sensitive population groups, to be especially careful due to the increased concentration of African dust in the atmosphere that has been affecting the country for the last few hours.
African dust contains transported particles that can be integrated with pollen, bacteria and fungi creating a highly toxic and dangerous mixture for the human body and especially for the respiratory system.

During the hours with the highest dust concentrations, both unnecessary movement and outdoor sports should be avoided, while staying in well-ventilated indoor areas is recommended.
In the event of clinical symptoms, such as, for example, difficulty breathing, severe and irritating cough with possible sputum, chest pain, persistent sneezing, lacrimation and hoarse voice, individuals should immediately seek medical help and advice.

Strong recommendation for patients suffering from chronic respiratory problems, such as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and bronchial asthma, if they experience symptoms compatible with an exacerbation or worsening of the stable course of the disease, to be in constant contact with their treating physician, for possible modification of their medication and receiving additional medical care.

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