Covesia.com – Ministry of Health data records show a higher risk of dying from COVID-19 due to comorbidities such as hypertension, diabetes and heart disease. This means that non-communicable diseases are not a minor problem. Handling also requires the help of a reliable specialist.
“It is necessary to pay attention to the risk of heart disease, the risk of other blood vessel diseases, even the risk of lung disease apart from COVID-19, so that people who still smoke and lack physical activity must change their lifestyle to be healthier. So in the future, if we just pay attention to COVID-19, without paying attention to other diseases, it could become a new pandemic, ”explained dr. Vito Anggarino Damay, Heart Specialist, quoted from covid19.go.id, Tuesday (10/11/2020).
One lifestyle that can increase the risk of contracting COVID-19 and other non-communicable diseases is smoking. In addition to a smoker having to remove a mask while smoking, smoking in groups also often does not heed a safe distance. In addition, the risk of viruses entering from hands holding cigarettes is still there. More than that, COVID-19 is a disease that attacks the lungs, while smoking impairs lung function and lowers immunity.
When smokers are infected with COVID-19, it is more difficult to fight the virus. The current evidence shows that smokers have a higher mortality and severity rate than non-smokers of COVID-19 patients.
“The most sorry for passive smokers. Because they are not cigarette connoisseurs but are indirectly affected by the smoke they inhale. Although indeed the heaviest is the smoker himself, because in the smoke there are inflammatory cells that cause our body’s defense ability to decrease. So that when infected with viruses and other diseases, it is easier to catch them, “added Dr. Vito Anggarino Damay.
Non-communicable diseases, such as heart disease, do not need a special vaccine to fight them. This disease can be prevented by maintaining a healthy lifestyle. That way, the risk of developing coronary heart disease or heart attack can be avoided by up to 80%.
“The key is we have to keep moving, because when we move, immunity can increase. This immunity consists of immune cells, which are better when our circulation is smooth. Our circulation is created smoothly when we move and our heart’s pumping activity is better. So in the end we can protect our bodies as a whole to be strong against disease and the risk of heart disease at the same time, “explained dr. Vito Anggarino.
When working from home, it is advisable to take 30 minutes to stand up and take a walk after sitting for hours in front of a computer screen. Exercising together with family while maintaining a safe distance at home can create quality togetherness and help reduce stress.
“Pandemic is still facing us, let’s keep our body condition as good as possible. Make sure we stay productive but safe from Covid-19. Stay disciplined in applying 3M: Wear a mask, maintain a safe distance of at least 1 meter, and wash hands with soap. Practice as a unit, because 3M is a package ”. Close dr. Reisa Broto Asmoro.
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