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31 Jul 2017

Mosquito-borne diseases hit Manipur: At least 16 dead; symptoms, safety tips

Mosquito-borne diseases are those spread by the bite of an infected mosquito, such as dengue, chikungunya, malaria, yellow fever, Zika virus, among others.

19 Jun 2017

Exposing malaria-causing mosquitoes to white light will save you from getting bitten!

Insecticide-treated bed nets and walls have helped prevent bites and reduce malaria, but researchers say mosquitoes are adapting to preventive conditions, leaving adults and children vulnerable in the early evening and early morning hours – when they are not under the nets or in the house.

16 Sep 2016

Chikungunya, dengue outbreak in Delhi: What can you do!

The death toll caused by vector borne diseases has reached 27, which also includes that of a 30-year-old man due to malaria.

15 Sep 2016

Five must-know facts about chikungunya fever!

Till date, chikungunya, which was first reported in 1952, has claimed 12 lives in the national capital this season.

13 Sep 2016

Suffering from chikungunya? Eat these foods to recover fast!

Taking plenty of fluids in the form of water, soups, dals and broths can help flush out virus fast from the body.

12 Sep 2016

Dengue, Chikungunya outbreak: What you can do to protect yourself from these vectors!

Ever since the monsoon season hit Delhi, it has led to a staggering rise in mosquito-breeding because of which, dengue and chikungunya are spreading like wildfire.

12 Sep 2016

Dengue, chikungunya in Delhi: Understanding and identifying mosquito-borne diseases!

While dengue fever is mostly spread by the Aedes aegypti, chikungunya virus is often spread by the Aedes albopictus. However, both types of mosquitoes can spread both diseases.

10 Sep 2016

Eat these foods to treat chikungunya!

There are no specific dietary recommendations for people suffering from chikungunya, but eating a balanced diet and healthy food might help in recovery.

09 Sep 2016

Chikungunya outbreak in Delhi: What you need to know, why it is so dangerous for the elderly!

Chikungunya is a viral illness, primarily transmitted to humans through the bites of infected mosquitoes, predominantly Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus - two species which can also transmit other mosquito-borne viruses, including dengue.

07 Sep 2016

Dengue, chikungunya, malaria in Delhi: Symptoms, tips to beat mosquito-borne diseases!

This season, many states across the country, including Delhi, are grappling with rising cases of mosquito-borne illnesses, mainly dengue, chikungunya, and malaria.

06 Sep 2016

Dengue, chikungunya cases on the rise: Five deadliest mosquito-borne illnesses you should know!

Till July 28, 9,990 suspected chikungunya cases have been recorded in the country. Also, over 15,000 cases of dengue have been reported across the country this year.

01 Sep 2016

Complications of dengue fever - Are you aware of these?

If severe, dengue can lead to a potentially life threatening condition known as dengue haemorrhagic fever.

31 Aug 2016

Child care during rainy season: Tips every mother should follow!

Here are a few useful tips that mothers can follow to keep their baby healthy during the monsoon.

30 Aug 2016

Five effective natural home remedies for treating chikungunya!

Here are some effective natural home remedies for chikungunya fever.

19 Jul 2016

Best home remedies to prevent itchy mosquito bites!

These insect bites can cause an immediate skin reaction such as redness, swelling and irritation.

27 Apr 2016

This is how you can help protect yourself, your family from malaria – Watch!

This video depicts how bed nets treated with an insecticide are much more protective than untreated nets in preventing malaria.

World Malaria Day

25 Apr 2016

Fighting malaria: WHO's global progress and challenges in 2016 – Watch!

WHO said that over the past 15 years, there has been a dramatic decline in the global burden of malaria.

World Malaria Day 2016

25 Apr 2016

Fight the bite with these brilliant tips!

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), 78% of people who die from malaria are children under 5.

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