Extreme Dry Season Temperatures Trigger Health Risks; Asthma and Bronchitis Patients Advised to Exercise Caution

The Cimahi City Health Office (Dinkes) has warned the public to remain vigilant against extreme temperature changes during the current dry season. Recently, temperatures have been significantly colder from night to morning, while daytime temperatures have become much hotter; these drastic fluctuations have the potential to trigger various health issues among the population.

“Temperatures are low from night until morning, whereas it is hot from midday to late afternoon. Due to these drastic temperature changes, the public is becoming more vulnerable to health disturbances,” stated Dr Lina Mulyani, Head of the Disease Prevention and Control Division at the Cimahi City Health Office, on Saturday (1/8/2026).

She noted that the current dry season is characterised by very low humidity levels. Common health issues emerging include Acute Respiratory Infections (ISPA) and other respiratory disturbances, such as nasal congestion, itchy throats, and coughs that worsen at night as temperatures drop.

“For those with a history of asthma and bronchitis, the cold and dry air serves as a primary trigger that makes these conditions prone to relapse,” added Lina.