Brazil's Cold Snap: Experts Urge Flu Precautions

Brazil Braces for Cold Snap as Flu Cases Rise With temperatures plummeting across Brazil, health officials are urging citizens to take precautions against the spread of respiratory illnesses, including the flu. At least eight state capitals are expected to experience their lowest average temperatures of 2025 in the coming days. The g1 news portal highlights the importance of preventative measures, as explained by pneumologists. "Although the cold doesn't transmit viruses," explains Stephanie Rodrigues, a reporter for g1, "it creates the ideal conditions for respiratory diseases to spread more easily." Rodrigues emphasizes the importance of hydration, nasal hygiene, and flu vaccination. The video also stresses the role of behavior in preventing illness. Staying in poorly ventilated indoor spaces increases the risk of transmission. Rodrigues advises covering the face with a mask or scarf to warm the inhaled air and prevent dryness of the mucous membranes. She concludes by reminding viewers that over 500 million people worldwide contract the flu annually. With the cold weather setting in, the advice from health experts is clear: take preventative steps to protect your respiratory health and stay well.