Monsoon Stomach Woes: Expert shares signs and preventive measures to beat infections

Monsoon Stomach Woes: Expert shares signs and preventive measures to beat infections

Every rainy season, we see more people coming in with upset stomachs. This year is no different; in fact, there’s been a jump of almost 40% in waterborne infections. What stands out is that a lot of those falling sick are either very young or in their later years. Why does this happen every monsoon? Dr Amit Saraf, Director, Internal Medicine, Jupiter Hospital, Thane, explains that when it rains a lot, water can mix with germs and dirt, and this …