Health experts have cautioned Nigerians against taking pneumonia disease lightly, noting that the infection of the lung is dangerous and can cause sudden death when not treated early and properly.
He said: “The bodies of children have not developed immunity to some of the organisms that adults already have immunity to due to previous exposure. So, there are ‘minor’ age-related differences but in all cases, they are infections of the lungs.
“The commonest causes of pneumonia differ in children, adults less than 65 years, and those older than 65. The severity also differs. However, COVID-19 increased the number of adults affected by pneumonia. It appears to be returning to pre-COVID-19 levels now, though I have no studies to quote for this.
Dr. Edet stressed the need for more enlightenment of Nigerians on how to prevent pneumonia, noting that as with most health conditions, preventing the health condition is better than seeking treatment. He urged Nigerians to embrace cough etiquette like turning away when coughing, coughing into the elbow instead of the palms, and regular hand washing.
He also urged Nigerians to embrace the use of face masks, maintain good immunity and seek treatment early when diagnosed with pneumonia.All rights reserved. This material, and other digital content on this website, may not be reproduced, published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without prior express written permission from PUNCH.
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