المملكة: “Prevention” stresses the commitment to the instructions for dealing with dust storms

The Public Health Authority “protect” the importance of adhering to preventive measures to avoid the negative effects caused by dust and sandy storms, which may cause serious health problems, especially for the most vulnerable groups, as part of its keenness to protect the health and safety of community members
And “Waita” stressed the need to close doors and windows tightly to prevent dust from entering homes, and to use insulating barriers to fill the gaps under the doors.

Guidelines for dealing with dust and sandy storms

It also recommended to follow up on the official weather reports issued by the National Meteorological Center, and to adhere to the directives of the competent authorities to avoid risks.
And “Waita” warned of the importance of cleaning homes from the traces of dust, focusing on bedrooms, covers and brushes to ensure a healthy and safe environment inside the houses.
It also urged to avoid exit completely to the most vulnerable groups, such as the elderly, chronic diseases, pregnant women, children, and those who underwent surgeries with nose or eye..

Close vehicle windows

In the event of the extreme necessity to go out during dust or sandy storms, “protection” recommends taking the necessary precautions, including closing the windows of the vehicles during driving, and setting the ventilation system to the internal air recycling mode.
This is in addition to wearing protective glasses to protect the eyes from dust, and the use of preventive medical masks or wet wipes to cover the nose and mouth.

Commitment to medical instructions

For asthma patients, “protection” in particular stressed the importance of adhering to medical instructions, carrying the preventive asthma sprays, and ensuring the regularity of its use when needed.
It also called on patients to stay in their homes, and not to go out except for the utmost necessity, with the contact of the Ministry of Health on the number 937 in the event of the exacerbation of the crisis to obtain the appropriate medical guidance..
“Prevention” emphasized that commitment to preventive guidance and health guidance is a collective responsibility that contributes to reducing health risks associated with dust and sandy storms.
She called on everyone to be aware and take appropriate measures to maintain their health and the health of their family members.