Ever Wondered Why People Get Sick During the Rainy Season?

I’ve always loved the rain. There’s something comforting about the sound of raindrops on the roof. But every year, like clockwork, someone in my family falls sick as soon as the monsoons arrive. It made me wonder — is it just bad luck, or is there more to it?

I recently came across an in-depth article on AskDocDoc (https://askdocdoc.com/articles/777-common-diseases-in-rainy-season-prevention-and-cure-guide) that really broke it down. Turns out, the rain isn’t the villain here. It’s what comes after — stagnant water, humidity, and compromised hygiene. These factors turn our environment into a hotspot for diseases like dengue, cholera, and skin infections.

Interestingly, I stumbled upon a post on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/posts/askdocdoc_contrary-to-popular-belief-rainfall-doesn-activity-7356677644064616449-GGuN?) where they busted the myth that rainfall itself makes us sick. It's not about getting wet — it’s about what’s lurking in that puddle you stepped into or the water accumulating on your terrace.

Scrolling through Threads, I found another eye-opener (https://www.threads.com/@askdocdoc/post/DMxh3yAIPR9). They pointed out that staying indoors isn’t always safe if your home has poor ventilation or damp clothes lying around. Makes sense, right? How often do we ignore that pile of wet laundry on a rainy day?

Facebook had an interesting post too (https://www.facebook.com/122099392514743210/posts/122135338862743210) that reminded me of something my grandma always said: “Vitamins are not a shield.” It’s true — popping supplements won’t magically protect you from infections if you’re neglecting basic hygiene.

One Twitter thread (https://twitter.com/AskDoctors24/status/1950911878516949238) hit home for me. They talked about the risks of eating street food during monsoon. I’m guilty of grabbing spicy roadside snacks after a rain shower — but maybe it’s time to rethink that habit.

For those of you who are visual learners, I highly recommend checking out this Pinterest infographic (https://www.pinterest.com/pin/928445279436647208). It’s a simple list of do’s and don’ts that’s now stuck on my fridge.

And just when I thought I knew it all, an Instagram reel (https://www.instagram.com/p/DMxh3m60ewb/) demonstrated how improperly dried clothes can lead to fungal infections. It’s those little things we don’t think about that make a big difference.

At the end of the day, it’s not about fearing the rain. It’s about staying informed and being mindful of our surroundings. Knowledge is half the battle — and now that I know better, I’m definitely going to approach this monsoon differently.