dmatekenya/chichewa-machine-translation huggingface dataset:
English: Second-hand smoke is a serious health risk for both those who smoke and those who do not. Children are particularly at risk of serious health effects from second-hand smoke
Chichewa: Kusuta fodya kwachiwiri chiwopsezo chachikulu kwambiri pa moyo kwa amene amasuta ndi amene samasuta. Ana amakhala pachiwopsezo chachikulu pa moyo wawo chifukwa cha kusutaku
English: In most indoor workplaces within the grounds of, and at and within 4 metres of an entrance to, all childcare centres, kindergartens (or preschools) and primary and secondary schools
Chichewa: Mu malo ambiri pamalopo, komanso pa ma mita anayu ndi malo olowela, malo onse osamalira ana komanso kusukulu za pulayimale komanso sekondale
English: Tobacco smoke inside a room tends to hang in mid-air rather than disperse. Hot smoke rises, but tobacco smoke cools rapidly, which stops its upward climb. Since the smoke is heavier than the air, the smoke starts to descend
Chichewa: Utsi wafodya mu chipinda umakonda kukhala m’malere osachoka ayi. Utsi otetha umakwera m’mwamba koma uti wafodya umazizila chimene umapangitsa kuti usapite m’mwamba. Nde pakuti utsi ndiwolemela kuposa mpweya utsi umayamba kutsika
English: A person who smokes heavily indoors creates a low-lying smoke cloud that other householders have no choice but to breathe
Chichewa: Munthu amene amasutila mu nyumba amapingitsa mitambo ya utsi omwe anthu ena munyumbamo sasakha koma kuupuma
English: Second-hand smoke has been confirmed as a cause of lung cancer by several leading health authorities. Exposure to second-hand smoke can trigger or worsen symptoms. Health risks of passive smoking – pregnant women and unborn babies. When a pregnant woman breathes in any tobacco smoke, her unborn baby is exposed to the chemicals in the smoke too
Chichewa: Kusuta fodya usakufuna kunatsimikizidwa mabungwe azaumoyo kuti kumapangitsa khansa ya m’mapapo. Kusuta fodya kungayambitse kapena kuonjezera zizindikiro. Chiopsezo chakusuta fodya - amayi apakati ndi ana osabadwa. Mayi woyembekezera akamapuma utsi uliwonse wa fodya, mwana wake wosabadwa amakumananso ndi mankhwala a muutsiwo
English: When a non-smoking pregnant woman is exposed to second-hand smoke in the home – for example, if her partner smokes – it increases the risk for early birth, still birth, low birth weight
Chichewa: Pamene mzimayi osasuta wakumana ndi utsi mu nyumba- mwachitsanzo, ngati bwenzi lake limasuta- zimaika pachiopsezo kuti akhoza kubeleka masiku asanakwane, kupititsa padera, mwana osalemela
English: Active smoking by men can damage their sperm. Some health problems may be due to a non-smoking mother breathing in second-hand smoke, or sperm damage from the father’s tobacco use, or both
Chichewa: Kusuta kowilikiza kwa amuna kumatha kuwononga ukala. Mavuto ena aumoyo akhoza kubwera chifukwa cha amayi osasuta pumuma utsi wafodya kapan ukala wowongongeka kuchokekera kwa bambo wosuta fodya kapena zonse
English: These include lower fertility, birth defects including cleft lip or palate, childhood cancer including liver cancer.
Chichewa: Izi ndi zinthu monga kusabeleka, zochtika pobadwa kuphatiizapo kung'ambika kwa milomo kapena mkamwa, khansa ya ubwana kuphatikizapo khansa ya chiwindi.
English: Children are especially vulnerable to the damaging effects of second-hand smoke. Some of the many health risks include passive smoking is a cause of sudden unexpected death in infants, which includes sudden infant death syndrome and fatal sleep accidents
Chichewa: Ana ndi amene ali pachiopsezo chachikulu cha kusuta fodya. Zina mwa ziwopsezo moyo wabwini ndi monga kusuta fodya ndizomwe zimayambitsa kufa mwadzidzidzi kwa makanda, zomwe zimaphatikizapo kufa mwadzidzidzi kwa makanda komanso ngozi zakutulo.
English: A child who lives in a smoking household for the first 18 months of their life has an increased risk of developing a range of illnesses of the lung, including bronchitis, bronchiolitis and pneumonia
Chichewa: Mwana amene amakhala m’banja losuta fodya kwa miyezi 18 yoyambirira ya moyo wake ali ndi chiwopsezo chachikulu chotenga matenda osiyanasiyana a m’mapapo, monga chibayo.
English: They are also more prone to coughs, wheezing and glue ear (middle ear infections). Their lungs are weaker and do not grow to their full potential
Chichewa: Amakondanso kutsokomola, kupuma movutikira komanso phenga. Mapapo awo amakhalai ofooka ndipo sakula mokwanira
English: A child exposed to second-hand smoke in the home is more likely to develop asthma symptoms, have more asthma attacks and use asthma medications more often and for a longer period
Chichewa: A child exposed to second-hand smoke in the home is more likely to develop asthma symptoms, have more asthma attacks and use asthma medications more often and for a longer period
 Mwana amene m’nyumba mwawo mumasutidwa fodya amakhala ndi zizindikiro za mphumu, amakhala ndi mphumu yambiri komanso amamwa mankhwala a mphumu pafupipafupi komanso kwa nthawi yayitali.
English: School-aged children of people who smoke are more likely to have symptoms such as cough, phlegm, wheeze and breathlessness
Chichewa: Ana azaka zopita kusukulu amene makolo awo amasuta amaonetsa zizindikilo monga kukhosomola, makhololo,kuvutika kupuma komanso kusowa mpweya
English: Children of people who smoke have an increased risk of meningococcal disease, which can sometimes cause disability or death
Chichewa: Ana a anthu amene amasuta amakhala pachiospezo chotenga matenda a meningococcal, amene nthawi zina amapangitsa ulumali kapena imfa
English: Health risks of passive smoking – partners who have never smoked. People who have never smoked who live with people who do smoke are at increased risk of a range of tobacco-related diseases and other health risks, including:
Chichewa: Zowopsa ku umoyo kwa kusuta- abwenzi amene sanasutepo. Anthu amene anasutapo amene amakhala ndi anthu amene amasuta akhala pachiopsezo chotenga matenda okhudzana ndi fodya komanso zowopseza umoyo
English: Heart disease and stroke – second-hand smoke affects your blood vessels in several ways: It makes the blood more ‘sticky’ and likely to clot
Chichewa: Matenda a mtima komanso kufa ziwalo- kusuta kumasokoneza modutsa magazi munjira zosiyanasiyana: kumapangitsa magazi kukhala omata komanso kuundana
English: Passive smoking is associated with lower levels of antioxidant vitamins in the blood. Just 30 minutes of passive smoking can affect how your blood vessels regulate blood flow, to a similar degree to that seen in people who smoke Passive smoking over a long time may lead to the development of atherosclerosis (narrowing of the arteries by fatty streaks). Lung cancer – people who are exposed to second-hand smoke over a long time have a 20 to 30% higher risk of developing lung cancer
Chichewa: Kusuta fodya kumakhudzana ndi kuchepa kwa mavitamini m'magazi. Mphindi makumi atatu za kusuta zingakhudze momwe mitsempha yanu imayendetsela magazi, mofanana ndi momwe zimawonekera mwa anthu omwe amasuta Kusuta fodya kwa nthawi yaitali kungayambitse kuchepa kwa mitsempha ndi mafuta). Khansa ya m'mapapo - anthu omwe amasuta fodya kwa nthawi yayitali amakhala ndi chiopsezo chachikulu cha 20 mpaka 30% chokhala ndi khansa ya m'mapapo.
English: There is increasing evidence that passive smoking may increase the risk of nasal sinus cancer, mouth cancer, throat cancer, larynx cancer, long and short-term respiratory symptoms, loss of lung function, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease among people who do not smoke
Chichewa: Pali umboni wochuluka wosonyeza kuti kusuta fodya kungapangitse chiopsezo cha khansa ya m'mphuno, khansa ya m'kamwa, khansa ya pakhosi, khansa ya m'mphuno, zizindikiro za kupuma zovutika kupuma, kuchepa kwa mapapu, ndi matenda aakulu a m'mapapo pakati pa anthu omwe sasuta.
English: Your family and friends – a good reason to stop smoking. When you stop smoking, you are not only doing great things for your own health, but for your loved ones
Chichewa: Achibale anu ndi abwenzi - chifukwa chabwino chosiyira kusuta. Mukasiya kusuta, simukuchita zinthu zazikulu zokha za thanzi lanu, koma kwa okondedwa anu
English: You will protect your partner, children or other household members from becoming ill from second-hand smoke. You will have more energy and time to spend with your kids
Chichewa: Muzateteza wokondedwa wanu, ana kapena anthu ena apakhomo kuti asadwale ndi utsi wa fodya. Mudzakhala ndi mphamvu zambiri komanso nthawi yocheza ndi ana anu
English: You will save a lot of money for you and your family. You are your child’s first role model – parents who stop smoking reduce the likelihood that their children will take up smoking later in life. What are your reasons to have a go at quitting?
Chichewa: Mudzasunga ndalama zambiri kwa inu ndi banja lanu. Inu ndinu chitsanzo choyamba cha mwana wanu - makolo amene amasiya kusuta amachepetsa mwayi woti ana awo adzayambe kusuta fodya akadzakula. Ndi zifukwa ziti zomwe zimakupangitsani kuti musiye?
English: If you smoke but you are unwilling or unable to stop immediately, there are various ways to help protect the health of the people you live with
Chichewa: Ngati mumasuta koma simukufuna kapena simungathe kusiya nthawi yomweyo, pali njira zosiyanasiyana zothandizira kuteteza umoyowa anthu omwe mumakhala nawo.
English: Suggestions include make your home totally smoke-free. Always smoke outdoors and shut windows and doors so smoke doesn’t drift inside. Limiting your smoking to one or 2 rooms will not protect your family – tobacco smoke can easily drift through the rest of the house
Chichewa: Malingaliro kuphatikizapo kuti nyumba yanu ikhale kosasutira. Nthawi zonse muzisuta panja ndikutseka mawindo ndi zitseko kuti utsi usalowerere mkati. Kuchepetsa kusuta kwanu kuchipinda chimodzi kapena ziwiri sikungateteze banja lanu - utsi wa fodya ukhoza kuyenda mosavuta m'nyumba yonse.
English: Make sure that visitors to your house smoke outdoors – that includes shisha as well as cigarettes. Make your car totally smoke-free. The other occupants will still be exposed to tobacco smoke even if the windows are open
Chichewa: Onetsetsani kuti alendo obwera kunyumba kwanu akusutila panja - zomwe zimaphatikizapo shisha komanso ndudu. Pangani galimoto yanu kuti ikhale isakhale malo osutira. Anthu ena azakhala akufikiridwa ndi utsi wafodyawo ngakhale mawindo ali otsegula
English: Don’t allow smoking in any enclosed space where people who do not smoke spend time – for example, in the garage, shed, cubby house, boat or caravan
Chichewa: Musalole kusuta pamalo potseka pamene anthu osasuta amakhalapo- mwachitsanzo mokonzera magalimoto, pothawira dzuwa, munyumba, mubwato kapena nyumba yoyenda
English: Try to avoid taking children to outdoor areas where people are smoking and you can’t easily move away. Make sure that all people who look after your children provide a smoke-free environment
Chichewa: Yesetsani kupewa kuwatenga ana kumalo amene anthu akusuta komanso simungathe kuchokapo. Wonetsetsani kuti anthu onse amene amayan’ganira ana anu amakhala ndi malo osasutira
English: Swimming is a popular low impact activity that is great for improving general health and wellbeing. However, swimmers have a responsibility to keep themselves and others safe and healthy
Chichewa: Kusambira ndi masewera wotchuka amene ali ofunikira kupititsa patsgolo moyo wanu ndi m’mene mulili. Komabe anthu osambila ali ndi udindo wokhala ndi umoyo wabwino,kuziteteza komanso ena
English: Even in treated public pools where chlorine is able to kill most germs, chlorine cannot act straight away. Some germs can live in pool water for days after being introduced, and can still make you sick. It is important to do everything you can to keep the water clean
Chichewa: Ngakhale mumalo osambila agulu kumene mankhwala amatha kupha tizilombo, mankhwala samagwira ntchito pompopompo. Tizilombo tina timatha kukhala mumadzimo kwamasiku tikalowamo ndipo tikhoza kukudwalitsani. Ndizofunikira kupanga zothekera kuti madzi azikhala osamalika
English: Germs on your body can wash off and contaminate the water. You are more likely to be infectious when you are not feeling well yourself. Showering with soap before swimming will help keep contaminants out of the water
Chichewa: Tizilombo pathupi panu timachoka ndipo ndimaononga madzi. Mukhoza kutenga matenda pamene zimukumva bwino kale. Kusamba ndi sopo musanasambire kumathandiza kuchotsa zowononga madzi kuti zisalowe m’madzimu
English: Stay out of the pool if you have an infection. Even when you are recovering, stay out of the water until the infection has passed
Chichewa: Osalowa m’madzi ngati mukudwala. Ngakhale pamene mukuchira, osalowa m’madzi mpaka matenda atatha
English: By following these simple steps you can make sure you help to keep pools clean and safe for everyone to swim in
Chichewa: Mukatsatira zinthu izi muzathandizila kukhala malo osambilira aukhondo komanso otetezeka kwa aliyense kuti akhoza kusambira
English: Tips for swimmers: Do not swim if you have had diarrhoea in the past 14 days. Shower and wash thoroughly (especially your bottom) before you swim. Wash your hands thoroughly after going to the toilet
Chichewa: Uthenga kwa wosambila: osasambila ngati mumatsegula m’mimba masiku khumi ndi anayi apitawo, sambani ndipo tsukani kuthako musanasambile. Sambani m’manja bwinobwino mukachoka kuchimbudzi
English: Avoid swallowing water while swimming. Inform the pool operator if you become ill after swimming in the pool
Chichewa: Pewani kumeza madzi mukamasambila. Adziwitseni oyan’ganira malo osambila ngati mwadwala mutamaliza kusambila mu madziwo
English: Tips for parents: Keep an eye on your children at all times, and inform the lifeguard if you believe the pool water has become contaminated
Chichewa: Langizo kwa makolo: ayan’ganeni ana anu nthawi zonse ndipo dziwitsani woyan’ganira anthu ngati mukhulupilira kuti madziwo awonongeka
English: Take children on frequent toilet breaks, at least every hour. Check nappies every 30 to 60 minutes. Change nappies in nappy-changing areas. Do not change nappies by the poolside
Chichewa: Atengeleni anawo kuchimbudzi pakapita nthawi, makamaka pakatha ola limodzi. Yan’ganani matewela awo phindi 30 mpaka 60 zilizonse. Sithani matewera kumalo osithila matewera. Osasitha matewera pafupi ndi madziwo
English: Wash your hands thoroughly after handling nappies. Children who have not been toilet trained should wear tight-fitting waterproof nappies
Chichewa: Sambani m’manja bwinobwino mukamaliza kugwira matewera. Ana amene sanaphunzitsidwe kugwiritsa ntchito chimbudzi avale matewera osalowa madzi
English: It is estimated that for every child that drowns, another 10 are hospitalised for non-fatal drowning, and may have long-term effects such as permanent brain damage
Chichewa: Zawonetsa kuti pa mwana wina aliyense amene amamila, ana ena 10 amagonekedwa kuchipatala chifukwa chomila ndipo zimakhala zotsatira za moyo onse monga kuwonongeka kwa ubongo
English: Toddlers aged between one and 4 years are most at risk, because they are mobile and curious, but don’t understand the danger of water
Chichewa: Ana achaka chimodzi mpaka zinayi ali pachiopsezo chifukwa amakhala oyendayenda komanso kufuna kudziwa komanso samadziwa kuopsa kwa madzi
English: You can considerably reduce the risks by actively supervising your child around water at all times and teaching them to swim by enrolling them in swimming and water safety lessons
Chichewa: Mukhoza kuchepeza chiopsezochi powayan’ganira pamene ali pafupi ndi madzi nthawi zonse komanso kuwaphunzitsa kusambila powayambitsa maphunziro osambila komanso kudziteteza
English: Taking precautions to reduce the risk of drowning around your home is also very important. A toddler or child can drown in 5 centimetres of water. Every exposed water source, no matter how shallow, poses a significant danger
Chichewa: Kutsatira njira kuti muchepetse chiwopsezo chomila pa nyumba panu ndizofunika. Mwana akhoza kumilamu madzi okwana ma sentimita 5. Malo aliwonse pamene pali madzi, ngakhale patakhala posamila, pamabweretsa chiwopsaezo
English: It is important to install barriers, such as pool gates and fencing around dams, to restrict access to water sources
Chichewa: Ndizofunika kuika zotchingila monga chitseko cha ku madzi komaso mpanda kumalo kumene kuli madzi kuti muletse kufikira madziwa
English: You should also learn resuscitation and lifesaving techniques so that you know what to do if you are faced with an emergency. Supervise your child around water
Chichewa: Mukuyenera kuphunzira njira zotsisimutsa komanso kuwombola moyo kuti muzizidziwa chochita mutakhala kuti mwakuma ndi zadzidzi. Yan’ganilani mwana wanu pafupi ndi madzi
English: The most important preventive tactic is to actively supervise your child around water at all times. Active supervision means focusing all of your attention on your children all of the time, when they are in, on or around the water
Chichewa: Njira yofunikila kwambiri yopewela ndikukhala tcheru kumuyan’ganira mwana wanu akakhala pafupi ndi madzi nthawi zonse. Kumuyan’ganira kumatathauza kukakhala tcheru pa mwana wanu nthawi zonse pamene ali madzi kapena chifupi ndi madzi
English: Supervision is not an occasional glance while you are busy with other activities, but being in constant visual contact with your child
Chichewa: Kuyan’ganira sikungoyan’gana mwa apo ndi apo uku mutanganidwa ndi zinthu zina, koma kumamuona mwana wanu kosalekeza
English: Don’t assume they will splash and yell for help if they get into trouble. Twenty seconds is all it takes for a toddler to drown
Chichewa: Asaganiza kuti amenya madzi ndikukuwa kufuna thandizo akakhala kuti akumana ndi mavuto. Masekondi 20 okha mwana amamila
English: Children can take formal swimming instruction from the age of 4 years. Water safety skills make up part of the tuition
Chichewa: Ana akhoza kuyamba kusambila uku akumvera zochita akafika zaka zinayi. Maluso am’madzi amakhala gawo lama phunzirowa
English: Swimming programs are available for younger children and babies, but the emphasis is on building confidence and encouraging the child to enjoy water, rather than teaching them to swim
Chichewa: Maphunziro osambila alipo a ana komanso makanda, koma kwambiri ndikupatsa mphamvu ndi kuwalimbikitsa kuti azisangalala m’madzimo, osati kuwaphunzitsa kusambila
English: Children under 5 years of age may not be able to use their swimming skills in an emergency, so never rely on this to keep them safe
Chichewa: Ana osakwana zake zisanu sangathe kugwiritsa ntchito maluso osambilira pa zinthu zadzidzi, ndiye osawadalira kuti aziteteza
English: A flotation device is not a replacement for supervision. Always supervise your child when they are wearing their personal flotation device, in case they tumble upside down or slip through the vest
Chichewa: Chida choyandamila sichotsela kuyan’ganira. Nthawi zonse muyan’ganireni mwana pamene avala zida choyandamila kupangila kuti atembenuka kapena chavukamo
English: Suggestions for reducing the risks of your child drowning in and around the home include: Always actively supervise your child in the bath. Never leave an older child to supervise the younger child in the bath
Chichewa: Maganizo ochepetsela chiopsezp kuti mwana asamile m’nyumba komanso panyumba: muyan’ganileni mwana malo osambila. Osamusiya mwana wamkulu kuti amuyan’ganire mwana wan’gono mosambila
English: Take your child with you if your telephone or doorbell rings while supervising your child in the bath. Empty baths and sinks immediately after use. Always keep the doors to the bathroom and laundry securely closed
Chichewa: Mutengeni mwana pamene lamya kapena belu lalira pamene mukumuyan’ganira mwana posamba. Chotsani madzi m’malo mosungila madzi mukangomaliza. Tsekani chitseko cha ku bafa komanso kochapira zovala nthawi zonse
English: Use a nappy bucket with a tight-fitting lid, and keep the bucket closed at all times and out of your child’s reach. Cover ponds, birdbaths and similar water sources with mesh
Chichewa: Gwiritsani ntchito ndowa yachotsekela chogwila bwino ndipo isiyeni ndowayi yotseka nthawi zonse komanso posafikira mwana wanu. Tsekani mosungila madzi, mosambira mbalame komanso malo ena osungila madzi ndi chitetezo
English: Keep pet water bowls, aquariums and fish bowls well out of little children’s reach
Chichewa: Siyani malo osungila madzi aziweto, komanso mukhala nsoma posafikila ana
English: Conditions can change quickly. Don’t assume that a beach that was safe in the past is safe now, since the action of waves, weather and wind can influence depth and rips
Chichewa: Zinthu zimasitha mwachangu. Osaganiza kuti nyanja kunali kotetezeka kalekale nde kuti panonso kuli choncho. Chifukwa mafunde, nyengo komanso phepo zimasitha kuzama kwake
English: Only take your child to beaches with lifesaving patrols and make sure you and your child swim between the red and yellow flags
Chichewa: Mutengeni mwana wanu pokhapokha ndi osamala moyo ndipo wonetsetsani kuti mwana wanu akusambila pakati pa mbendera yofila ndi yachikasu
English: Learn how to spot and avoid rips and have knowledge and skills to get out of one, otherwise swim at a patrolled beach. Teach your child what to do if they get into trouble: remain calm, float and raise an arm to signal for help from a lifesaver or lifeguard
Chichewa: Phunzirani kuwona ndikupewa madzi amphamvu ndipo khalani odziwa ndi luso m’mene mungatulukile, ngati simungatero sambilani kumalo otetezeka. Phuzitsani mwana wanu zochita akapeza mavuto, kukhala odekha, kuyandama komanso kukweza mkono kupempha chithandizo kwa oyan’ganira
English: Understand and prepare for the conditions, and ensure your skills and activities are appropriate before deciding to enter the water. When supervising children and others around water, ensure activities and skills are appropriate for the conditions and their abilities.
Chichewa: Khalani odziwa ndikukonzera nyengo, ndipo wonetsetsani kuti maluso anu komanso ntchito zanu ndizoyenela musanapange chiganizo cholowa m’madzi. Pamene mukuyan’ganira mwana komanso ena pafupi ndi madzi, wonetsetsani kuti ntchito komanso maluso ndiwoyenera munyengoyo komanso kuthekera kwawo.
English: Read safety signs located at the beach and ensure you understand the local hazards and dangers
Chichewa: Werengani zizindikilo za chitetezo ku nyanja ndi wonetsetsani kuti mwamvetsetsa zowopseza komanso zowopsa
English: Throw in a twig to check how fast the river is flowing. River currents are often stronger than they appear. Remember, the current is stronger around the outside of a bend in the river
Chichewa: Ponyani kamtengo kuti muone m’mene mtsinje akuyendera. Mafunde amtsinje nthawi zambiri amakhala amphamvu kusiyana ndi m’mene akuwonekera. Kumbukilani, mafunde amakhala amphamvu kunja pamene madzi akukhota
English: Float on your back and travel downstream feet first to protect your head from impact with any objects if you are caught in a current. Angle your travel towards the shore
Chichewa: Yamandani cha nsana ndikuenda kopita madzi mapazi patsogolo kuti mututeteze mutu ku zotsazira ndi zinthu ngati mwakumana ndi amfunde. Wongolani mayendedwe anu kupita kumtunda
English: Keep watch for trees, branches, rocks and rubbish. Submerged objects can be very dangerous. Always remember to enter the water feet first. River conditions can change rapidly due to heavy rainfall or the release of water from storage areas. An area that is safe in the morning can be dangerous in the afternoon
Chichewa: Khalani watcheru ndi mitengo, nthambi, miyala komanso zinyalala. Zinthu zoti zinamira zimakhala zowopsa. Kumbukilani nthawi zonse kulowa m’madzi ndi mapazi kaye. M’mene ulili mtsinje utha kusitha kwambiri chifukwa cha mvula ya mphamvu kapena kutsegulilidwa kwa madzi kuchokera kusungidwa. Malo amene ali otetezeka m’mawa akhoza kukhla owopsya masana
English: Beware of changes in the floor surface and depth. Take care on riverbanks. They are often slippery and can crumble away. This may cause you to accidentally fall into the water
Chichewa: Khalani a tchelu ndikusitha kwa pansi komanso kuzama. Samalani m’bali mwatsinje. Nthawi zambiri mumakhala motelera ndipo mumagumuka. Izi zikhoza kupangitsa kuti mugwere mu madzi mwa ngozi
English: How to be safe at the lake: Be aware of water temperature. Cold water in lakes can be lethal. It is often much colder beneath the surface than you think. Suddenly getting into cold water can cause distress, shock and lack of mobility. If you feel cold, get out of the water straight away
Chichewa: M’mene tingakhalire otetezeka kunyanja: khalani osamala kutentha kapena kuzizila kwa madzi. Madzi ozizila amunyanja amakhala owopsa. Nthawi zambiri amakhala ozizira kwambiri pansi kusiyana ndi m’mene mukuganizila. Kulowa m’madzi mwadzidzii kukhoza kuyambitsa kuphinjika,kudabwitsika komanso kusayenda. Ngati mwamva kuzizila , tulukani m’madzi nthawi yomweyo
English: Enter the water feet first. The bottom of lakes and rivers can be soft, uneven and changeable. Beware of submerged objects. Remember wind will cause choppy waves that make it dangerous to swim. Large lakes may look calm, but conditions can change quickly. Take care with floating toys on windy days, as you can easily be blown away from shore
Chichewa: Lowani m’madzi ndi mapazi kaye. Pansi pa nyanja ndi mitsinje pamakhala poewa, posafanana ndi posithasitha. Khalani watcheru ndi zinthu zomira. Kumbukilani kuti phepo izapangitsa mavunde amane amakhala owopsa kuti musambile. Mitsinje yambiri imaoneka yodekha., koma zochitika zimatha kusitha mwansanga. Khalani osamala ndi zoseweletsa zoyandama pa madiku kumene kuli phepo chifukwa mukhoza kusuthidwa mwachidule kuchoka ku mtunda
English: Smoke from wood fires contains particles and gases that can reduce indoor and outdoor air quality, and potentially affect your health. Wood smoke is generated from wood heaters, incinerators, planned burns and bushfires
Chichewa: Utsi ochoka ku moto wakhuni umakhala ndi zinthu ndi mipweya zimene zimachepetsa ubwino wa mpweya wa mkati komanso panja ndipo utha kuwononga umoyo. Utsi wamitengo umapangidwa kuchokera potethetsera kugwiritsa ntchito mitengo, malo oyatsila zinyalala otetezeka, kuyatsidwa kwa moto kochita kukhoza komanso moto wakutchire
English: Wood smoke is a form of air pollution. Wood smoke is a complex mixture of particles and gases. These particles and gases are air pollutants
Chichewa: Utsi wa nkhuni ndi njira yowongongera mpweya. Utsi wa nkhuni umakhala ndi zinthu zosiyanasiya komanso mipweya. Tizinthu timeneti ndi mipweya zimaowonga mpweya
English: Higher levels of air pollutants are usually generated during fire start up and when a fire is poorly managed – for example, when airflow to the heater is reduced, allowing wood to smoulder
Chichewa: Zinthu zowononga mpweya zimapangidwa moto umayaka kumene komanos pamene motowo sukusamalidwa- mwachitsanzo, pamene mayendedwe a mpweya achepa, kulola nkhuni kuzizilala
English: Higher levels of air pollution can occur where a heating appliance (such as a heater) is performing poorly, or when wood with high moisture content is burned
Chichewa: Kuwonongeka kwabiri kwa mpweya kukhoza kuchitika pamene chida chotethetsera sichikugwira ntchito bwino kapna pamene nkhuni zosauma zayatsidwa
English: Exposure to wood smoke can occur either inside the home – from your own wood heater or outdoor smoke penetrating indoors; outside the home – where smoke from a wood heater or other source is released outside the home, affecting neighbours and the outdoor air in general
Chichewa: Kukhudzidwa ndi utsi wa khuni kutha kuchitika muli m’nyumba- kuchokera chothetsera cha nkhuni kapena utsi wapanja kulowa mkati; panja pa nyumba- pamene utsi wochokera ku chotethetsera cha nkhuni kapena zina watulitsidwa panja pa nyumba, kusokozena anthu amene atiyandikira komanso mpweya wapanja
English: Improperly installed heaters or clogged chimneys can increase the amount of air pollutants produced (inside the home) and increase the likelihood of health effects
Chichewa: Zotethetsera zimene sizinaikidwe bwino kapena chimuuni chotsokedwa zikhoza kuwonjezera mlingo wa zowononga mpweya zimene zikupangidwa mkati mwa nyumba komanso kuwonjezera zotsatira za moyo
English: Most healthy people recover quickly from exposure to wood smoke and do not suffer long-term effects, however any exposure to fine particles has the potential to affect health
Chichewa: Anthu ambiri a umoyo wabwino amachira mwansanga akakhudzidwa ndi utsi wa khuni ndi savutika ndi zotsatira kwa nthawi yayitali, komabe kukhudzidwa kuli konse ndi zinthu kuli ndi kuthekela kosokoneza moyo
English: The degree of health effects that you may experience depends on how much smoke you are exposed to and for how long. Symptoms of smoke irritation include itchy eyes, runny nose, a sore throat, coughing
Chichewa: Mlingo wa zosokoneza moyo kumene mukhoza kukumana nako kumatengera kuti mwakhudzidwa ndi utsi wochuluka bwanji komanso nthawi yotalika bwanji. Zizindikilo za kudana ndi utsi ndi monga kuyabwa kwa maso, mamina, kupanga zilonda ku khosi, kukhosomola
English: Smokers, frail older people, infants and very young children are also affected by wood smoke. There are a number of actions you can take to prevent or reduce the potential health effects of wood smoke
Chichewa: Anthu wosuta anthu okalamba wofooka, ana akhanda ndi ana ochepa msikhu kwambiri amasokozonezedwa ndi utsi wa khuni. Pali zinthu zingapo zimene mungachite kuti mupewe kapena kuchepetsa zimene zingabwere zowononga moyo chifukwa cha utsi wamitengo
English: Cold weather increases the risk of illness and death from coughs, lung and heart problems, falls, poor mental health During periods of cold weather, make sure you and the people you care for stay warm, well and safe. Check on older neighbours, friends and relatives, especially those living alone or with a health condition, to see how you can help. Make sure they have plenty of food, any medication they might need, and can get out and about
Chichewa: Nyengo yozizila yimawonjera chiwopsezo chakudwala komanso imfa chifukwa cha kukhosomola, mavuto amapapo ndi mtima, kugwa,matenda am’maganizo. Nthawi yozizila, wonetsetsani kuti komanso anthu amene mumawasamalira ndi wotethedwa, ali bwino komanso otetezedwa. yan'ganirani okalmaba amene mukukhala nawo pafupi, anzanu komanso achibale, makamaka amene akukhala okha kapena amene ali mavuto azaumoyo kuti muone m’mene mungawathandizire. Wonetsetsani kuti ali ndi zakudya zokwanira, mankhwala amene angafune komanso akhoza kutuluka ndikumapanga zina
English: To keep your home warm: If you are aged 65 years or over, or if you have low mobility or a health condition, heat your home to at least 18 °C. If you can’t heat all the rooms you use, heat the living spaces during the day and your bedroom just before you go to sleep
Chichewa: Kuti pakhomo panu pakhale potetha; ngati muli ndi zaka makumi asanu ndi chimodzi ndi asanu kapena kudzutsila apo kapena muli mumayenda payon’gono kepena kuvuvtika mthupi, tethetsani m’nyumba mpaka ma digili khumi limodzi ndi zisanu ndi zitatu. Ngati simungatethetse zipinda zonse, tethetsani malo amene mukukhala masana komanso kuchipinda musanapite kukagona
English: Babies need to sleep in a room at a temperature between 16 and 20 °C. Close windows, curtains and blinds at night to keep heat in. Seal any gaps that let in draughts, especially around doors and windows, and insulate walls and ceilings where you can
Chichewa: Ana akuyenera kugona mu chipinda chakuti mukutetha pakati pa 16 mpaka 20. Tsekani mazenela, nsalu zapawindo komanso zotchingila dzuwa usiku kuti kutetha kusachoke. Tsekani min’galu yonse m’mene mumalowera phepo,makamaka muzitseko ndi mazenela komanso matani makoma ndi denga pamene mungakwanitse
English: Heating your home can keep you warm and well, but is not without its risks. To make sure that you are heating your home safely this winter: Ensure you have working smoke detectors outside each sleeping area – test them monthly and change the batteries every year at the same time
Chichewa: Kutethetsa nyumba yanu kukhoza kukutethetsani komanso kukhala bwino koma sikuti kulibe zoopsya. Kuti muwonetsetse kuti mukutethetsa nyumba yanu motetezeka nthawi yozizila ino:wonetsetsani muli ndi zipangizo wonela utsi panja pa malo ogonera aliwonse- ziyeseni pamwezi ndipo sithani ma batile pachaka nthawi imodzi
English: Make sure fireplaces, wood burning stoves, chimneys and flues are serviced regularly to prevent accidental fires. Be aware that landlords must keep your house in good repair including all gas and electrical appliances they provide
Chichewa: Wonetsetsani kuti malo oyatsila moto, mbaula zoyatsila khuni, chiwumuni komanso paipi yodutsamo utsi zikusamalidwa pafupipafupi kuti mupewe ngozi ya moto. Eni nyumba, khalani a tcheru kuti nyumba yanu ili bwinobwino monga zipangizo zoyendela mpweya komanso magesti
English: Dress for the weather even indoors. Cotton, wool and fleecy fibres retain heat well. If you’re installing a new heating system or buying a new heater, choose energy efficient options if you can – select heating that is the right size for your home or the room you wish to heat
Chichewa: Valani molingana ndi nyengo ngakhale pamene muli mkati. Thonje, ulusi ndi ubweya umasunga kutetha bwino. Ngati mukuika njira ina yotethetsela kapena kugula makina ena otetsera, sakhani zogwiritsani ntchito bwino mphamvu ngati mungatero- sankhani kutethetsa kumene kuli koyenerana ndi nyumba yanu kapan chipinda chimene mukufuna kutethetsa
English: Asthma triggers are substances, conditions or activities that lead to symptoms of asthma. Asthma symptoms include: difficulty breathing, coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath
Chichewa: Zinthu zoyambitsa mphumu ndi mankhwala, nyengo kapena ntchito zimene ziyambitsa zizindikilo ya mphumu. Zizindikilo za mphumu ndi monga: kuvutika kupuma, kukhosomola, kupuma mobanika, kusowa kwa mpweya
English: These symptoms can become severe and lead to a life-threatening asthma emergency. Asthma symptoms can be triggered by substances that cause allergic reactions or by conditions or activities not related to allergies
Chichewa: Zizindikilo zimenezi zikhoza kukhala zowopsya kwambiri ndiponso kuyambitsa mphumu yadzidzi yoti ikhoza kuchotsa moyo. Zizindikilo za mphumu zikhoza kuyamba ndi mankhwala amene amayambitsa ziwengo kapena nyengo kapena ntchito yosagwirizana ndi ziwengozi
English: Ask your doctor about how you can avoid or reduce exposure to triggers of your asthma symptoms. You should also ask your doctor to update your asthma action plan annually for adults and every 6 months for children with asthma
Chichewa: Afunseni adotolo m’mene mungapewele kapena kuchepetsa kukhudziwa ndi zinthu zimene zimayambitsa zizindikilo za mphumu. Mukuyenera kufunsaso adotolo anu kuti akonzeso zinthu zoyenera kuchita pa mphumu yanu pachaka kwa akuluakulu ndi miyezi isanu ndi umodzi kwa ana amene ali phumu
English: Allergies are a common cause of asthma symptoms. Most people identify more than one allergy but the symptoms experienced vary from person to person and can include hay fever, skin reactions, asthma or a life-threatening severe allergic reaction
Chichewa: Ziwengo ndi zimene zimayambitsa zizindikilo za mphumu. Anthu ambiri amakhala ndi ziwengo zoposera chimodzi koma zizindikilo zake zimasiyana pa munthu ndi zina zikhoza kukhala kutetha kwa thupi, matenda a pakhungu, phumu kapena ziwengo zowopseza moyo.
English: If you are allergic to a substance that causes your asthma symptoms to flare up, you can take action to avoid or reduce exposure to the allergy trigger
Chichewa: Kuti muli ndi ziwengo ndi mankhwala amene amayambitsa zizindikilo za phumu kuti zikule, mukhoza kutengapo mbali kupewa kukhudzidwa ndi zimene zikuyambitsa ziwengozo
English: Allergy triggers that can lead to asthma symptoms include: dust mites, animal dander – especially from cats and dogs, mould spores – which can be worse at certain times of the year, pollen – from grass, weeds and trees and usually occurring seasonally, workplace substances – such as latex, wood dust or flour
Chichewa: Zoyambitsa ziwengo zimene zikhoza kuyambitsa zizindilo za phumu: thata zamufumbi,ubweya wa nyama-makamaka wa mphaka komanso galu,njere za nkhungu- zimene zimachulukila nthawi inayake ya chaka, njere- zochokera ku maudzu, udzu komanso mitengo ndipo izi zimachitika munyengo zina, mankhwala aku ntchito- monga latex, phumbi la matamba ndi ufa
English: Food allergies do not usually cause asthma themselves, but people with food allergies can be more susceptible to symptoms of asthma
Chichewa: Ziwengo zobwera chifukwa cha zakudya nthawi zambiri siziyambitsa mphumu, koma anthu amene ali ndi ziwengo za zakudya amakhala pachiwopsezo cha zizindikilo za phumu
English: Reducing exposure to substances that trigger your allergies and asthma symptoms is an important part of your asthma management. However, even with good allergy and trigger management, it is recommended you speak with your doctor about taking regular preventer medication to keep your asthma under control
Chichewa: Kuchepetsa kukhudzidwa ndi mankhwala amene amayambitsa ziwengo komanso zizindikilo za phumu ndi zinthu zofunikira m’mene mungasamalire phumu. Ngakhale, ndikusamalira ziwengo komanso zoyambitsa ziwengo, ndizoyenera kuti muyakhulane ndi dokotala wanu zokhudza kumwa mankhwala otetezera kuti phumu ichepetsedwe
English: Taking regular preventer medication is the most important part of asthma management. But being aware of and reducing exposure to your triggers, if you can, will help you get better control and confidence over your asthma
Chichewa: Kumwa mankhwala ozipewetsela ndi njira imodzi yofunika m’mene mungasamalire phumu. Koma kukhala odziwa komanso kuchepetsa kukhudzidwa ndi zinthu zoyambitsa, ngati mungathe, zikhoza kukuthandizani kuchepetsa komanso mphamvu ku phumu yanu
English: The best strategy to reduce the risk of an allergic reaction is to avoid contact with the type of animal that causes your allergy. This can be difficult if you have a pet or if you visit another household where there is a pet
Chichewa: Njira yabwino yochepetsera chiopsezo cha ziweno ndikupewa ndiyandikilana ndi nyama zomwe zimayambitsa ziwengo zanu. Izi zikhoza kukhala zovuta ngati muli chiweto kapena kukayendera nyumba imene kuli chiweto
English: Choose bedding, such as mattress and pillow protectors, that are mite resistant and wash them regularly – this may be effective when used in combination with the above
Chichewa: Sakhani zotetezera zogonera monga matilesi ndi zotsamira zimene thata zisithakhalepo komanso kumazichapa pafupipafupi- izi zikhoza kukhala zothandiza pamene mukugwiritsa ntchito njira zonse
English: In general, washing in hot water above 60ºC both kills dust mites and removes the allergic substance the mites produce. Drying items in a hot dryer will kill the mites once the clothes are dry, but will not remove the allergic substance
Chichewa: Kwambiri, kuchapa mu madzi otetha odutsa madigili makuni anu ndi limodzi kumapha thata komanso mankhwala oyambitsa ziwengo amene thata timatulutsa. Kuwumitsa zinthu mu chithu chomutsira chotetha kumapha thata pamene zovala zawuma koma sikuchotsa mankhwala oyambitsa ziwengo
English: Unfortunately, reducing exposure does not mean you will see an improvement in symptoms. Most studies have failed to show improvements in asthma from using strategies or products to get rid of or reduce contact with house dust mite allergens. It is better to focus on gaining control of symptoms by using asthma medications correctly
Chichewa: Mwatsoka, kuchepetsa kukhudzidwa sikutathauza kuti muwona kusitha muzizindikilo. Kafukufuku wambiri wakanika kuwonetsa kusitha kwa mphumu mukagwiritsa ntchito njira kapena zinthu zochotsera kapena kuchepetsa kukhudzana ndi thata zamufumbi zam’nyumba zobweletsa ziwengo. Ndi bwino kuganizira kasamalilidwe pogwilitsa ntchito mankhwala moyenera
English: The season for pollen allergies can last for several months and occurs when plants are flowering. The timing of your own personal allergy season will depend upon which plants you are allergic to, and when they flower
Chichewa: Nyengo ya ziwengo zodza chifukwa cha mbewu zitha kukhala miyezi ingapo ndipo zimachitika pamene mbewu zikupanga maluwa. Nthawi ya ziwengo zanu zimatengera mbewu zimene zimakubweletselani inu ziwengo, komanso pamene zikupanga maluwa
English: Colds and viruses like COVID-19 or flu are a very common cause of asthma symptoms. After an airway infection, people with asthma are more likely to develop complications, such as pneumonia or bronchitis
Chichewa: Chimfine ndi ma virus ngati COVID-19 ndizimene zimayambitsa zizindikio za phumu. Mukhudwala matenda a njira zodutsa mpweya, anthu a mphumu amakhala pachiopsezo chokhala ndizopinga monga chibayo kapena chifuwa
English: Taking medication regularly can be difficult. It can be easy to forget and many people dislike having to take medication, especially when they feel well and have no symptoms. But it is important to take your medication correctly and follow medical advice
Chichewa: Kumwa mankhwala pafupipafupi kukhoza kukhala kovuta. Kukhoza kukhala kotheka kuiwala ndipo anthu ambiri samakonda kumwa mankhwala, makamaka pamene akupeza bwino ndipo sipakuwoneka zizindikilo. Koma ndikofunika kuti muzimwa mankhwala moyenera ndimotsata malangzio achipatala
English: Ask your health professional for written instructions on the role of each medicine as part of your asthma action plan. Include details on how, when and how much to take, and what to do if symptoms get worse
Chichewa: Afunseni akadaulo azachichipatala malangizo ntchito yamankhwala ena aliwonse ngati gawo limodzi la kuthana ndi phumu. Ikani madongosolo monga m’mene, nthawi ndi mlingo womwera ndipo zoyenera kuchita zizindikilo zikafika povuta
English: It is very important that you inform your doctor and pharmacist that you have asthma when a new medicine is prescribed to you or when you are buying over-the-counter medication or complementary therapies
Chichewa: Ndizofunikira kwambiri kuwadziwitsa adokotala komanso opeleka mankhwala kuti muli ndi phumu pamene akupatsani mankhwala atsopano kapena pamene mukugula makhwala kapena chithandizo chowonjezera
English: If you feel a particular medicine is making your asthma worse, treat your symptoms and contact your doctor immediately. Some medicines known to trigger asthma symptoms in some people include aspirin
Chichewa: Ngati mukuwona kuti mankhwala ena ake akupangitsani kuti phumu yanu ipitilire, kuchiza zizindikilo ndipo lumikizanani ndi adokotala anu mwachangu. Mankhwala ena amadziwika ndikuyambitsa zizindikilo za phumu ku anthu ena monga aspirin
English: An asthma flare-up (attack) can take anything from a few minutes to a few days to develop. It can be a very frightening experience. Anyone who is having an asthma attack needs immediate help
Chichewa: Kuyamba kwa mphumu kukhoza kutenga mphindi kapena masiku kuti kuchitike. Izizi zikhoza kukhala zinthu zowopsya. Aliyense amene mphumu yamuchitikira akuyenera chithandizo cha msanga
English: The 4 steps of asthma first aid are: Sit the person comfortably upright. Stay calm and reassure them. Without delay, give the person 4 separate puffs of their blue/grey reliever medication
Chichewa: Njira zinayi zoothandizira mphumu ndi: kumukhazika munthu choima. Kukhala abata komanso kuwalimbitsa mtima. Osachedwa, mpatseni munthuyi mphweya unayi wa mankhwala awo a blue kapena grey ochepetsera ululu
English: If using an inhaler/puffer, this should be taken one puff at a time via a spacer. Ask the person to take 4 breaths in and out of a spacer after each puff of medication. Repeat until 4 puffs have been given
Chichewa: Ngati mukugwiritsa ntchito inhaler/puffer, mukuyenera kupuma mpweya kamodzi panthawi kugwilitsa ntchito spacer. Funsani munthuyo kuti apume mpweya kasanu akapuma mankhwala. Bwelezani mpaka kupuma kanayi kwapatsidwa
English: Wait 4 minutes. Stay with the person – watch carefully and reassure them. Call for an ambulance at any time if you need to. Say that someone is having an asthma attack
Chichewa: Dikilani kwa mphindi zinayi. Khalani naye munthu- muyan’ganileni mwachidwi komanso kuwalimbitsa mtima. Itanitsani galimoto yachipatala nthawi ina iliyonse imene mukuyenela kutero. Awuzeni kuti wina akudwala mphumu
English: Bedbugs are small, wingless insects found all over the world. They are nocturnal parasites, which means they rest during the day and are active at night
Chichewa: Sizidzi ndizazin’gono, zopanda mapingo ndipo zimapezeka pa dziko lonse lapansi. Nditizilombo tausiku, kutathauza kuti timapuma masana ndipo timakhala totakataka usiku
English: However, bedbugs are opportunistic and will bite in the day, especially if starved for some time. They feed on the blood of humans. Bedbugs prefer to hide in bedding and on mattresses where they have ready access to a source of food
Chichewa: Komabe, sikidzi zimasaka mwayi ndipo zimaluma patsiku, makamaka pamene zili ndi njala kwa nthawi. Zimadya magazi a anthu. Sikidzi zimakonda kubisala muzogonela komanso pamatilesi pamene zili ndi kupeza kwa chakudya
English: Bedbugs have highly developed mouth parts that can pierce skin. Their bite is painless. Some people do not react to the bites, but for others the bites can become itchy and swell into reddened weals
Chichewa: Sikidzi zili ndi ziwalo wazapamwa zokula bwino zimene zimatha kubaya khungu. Zoluma zawo siziwawa. Anthu ena samamva kalikonse akalumidwa, koma ena polumidwapo pamayambwa ndikutupa zofiila
English: Although bedbugs can harbour diseases in their bodies, transmission to humans is highly unlikely. They are not dangerous, unless a person is allergic to them. However, their presence can be distressing and their bites can be highly irritating
Chichewa: Ngakhale sikidzi zimasunga matenda muthuoi lawo, kupatsila matendawa ku anthu sizimachitikira. Siziwopsya,pokhapokha munthu amapanga ziwengo chifukwa cha izo. Komabe, kupezeka kwawo ndikowawa ndipo polumidwapo payabwa kwambiri
English: Bedbugs live exclusively on blood. They prefer human blood, but will feed on other mammals if necessary. Bedbugs are attracted to body heat and the carbon dioxide in expired air, which is how they find their host. Bedbugs commonly target the shoulders and arms
Chichewa: Sikidzi zimamwa magazi kuti zikhale moyo. Zimakonda magazi a anthu koma zimatha kumwaso magazi a nyama zina ngati kwafunikila. Sikidi zimatsata kutetha kwa thupi komanso mphweya wopumidwa apa ndipamene amepeza pokhala. Sikidzi zimakonda mapewa komanso manja
English: During feeding, the bedbug’s proboscis (feeding organ) swings forward and downward to pierce the skin of the victim. Saliva (containing an anticoagulant) is then injected, which is the cause of an allergic reaction in some people
Chichewa: Nthawi yakudya, proboscis ya sikidzi imapita kutsogolo komanso pansi kuti ibowole khungu la munthu. Malovu okhala ndi anticoagulant amalowetsedwa zimene zimapangitsa ziwengo kwa anthu ena.
English: Bedbugs take around five to 10 minutes to feed. As the bedbug engorges with blood, its colouring changes from light brown to rust-red
Chichewa: Sikidzi zimatenga mphindi zisanu mpaka khumi kuti zidye. Pamene sikidzi ikudzadza ndi magazi imasitha mtundu kuchoka kuyera kotuwira kukhala yofoiila mwadzimbiri
English: Common hiding spots for bedbugs include mattresses, particularly along the seams, bedding such as sheets and blankets, beneath loosened edges of wallpaper, between the cracks of wooden floors, in wall cracks or crevices, carpet, furniture, particularly in seams and cracks
Chichewa: M’malo mwambiri mobisala sikidzi ndi monga matilesi makamaka m’mbali, zofunda monga nsalu, maguza, pansi pa zomata pakhoma, pakati pa pansi pa matabwa, m'ming'alu ya makoma kapena m'ming'alu, kapeti, mipando, makamaka m'ming'alu.
English: Bedbugs often hide in luggage, clothing, bedding and furniture. They are most often found in dwellings with a high rate of occupant turnover such as hotels, motels, hostels, shelters and apartment complexes
Chichewa: Sikidzi nthawi zambiri zimabisala mukatundu, zovala, zogonela komanso mipando. Nthawi zambiri zimapezeka m’malo amene kumakhala anthu ambiri monga kumahotela, kogona, kopumila komanso kumanyumba
English: Any household can be invaded by bedbugs, but a high standard of hygiene can discourage bedbugs from spreading widely throughout a home
Chichewa: Nyumba iliyonse ikhoza kugwidwa ndi sikidzi, koma ukhondo umachepetsa sikidzi kufalikila m’nyumba monse
English: The first indication of a bedbug infestation may be the presence of bites on family members. A thorough inspection of your premises, especially the common hiding spots, may also reveal the bedbugs themselves – however, due to their size, they are often hard to see;
Chichewa: Chizindikilo choyamba kuti kuli muli sikidzi ndi kulumidwa kwa anthu kunyumbako. Kuyan’gana modekha makamaka m’malo mobisala, kukhoza kuwonetsa sikidzi - komabe chifukwa cha kuchepa kwawo, ndikovuta kuti muzione