National Dengue Day: Five Natural Ingredients To Prevent This Deadly Disease By Repelling Mosquitoes
1 year, 7 months ago

National Dengue Day: Five Natural Ingredients To Prevent This Deadly Disease By Repelling Mosquitoes

ABP News  

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, has designated May 16 as National Dengue Day to raise awareness about the deadly fever associated with dengue. With nearly half of the world's population at risk of contracting this deadly disease, National Dengue Day is an excellent opportunity to educate the general public about the symptoms and signs of dengue, as well as the precautionary measures that must be taken to eradicate it. According to medical studies in Kenya, the potted plant can repel 40% of malaria-causing mosquitos while the essential oil repels 100% of yellow fever-causing mosquitos. According to a 2011 study, steep concentrations of peppermint essential oil are extremely effective against mosquito larvae and provide 100% protection against yellow fever-causing mosquitos for up to two weeks.

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Beat the bite with THESE 5 safety precautions as Dengue cases rise in India
3 months ago

Beat the bite with THESE 5 safety precautions as Dengue cases rise in India

India TV News  

Dengue fever, a mosquito-borne ailment because of the Aedes aegypti mosquito, can lead to extreme infection if not addressed in time. Use Mosquito Nets Sleeping below a mosquito net presents a bodily barrier to prevent mosquitoes from biting you for the duration of the night. Eliminate Breeding Sites Aedes mosquitoes breed in stagnant water, so it's crucial to eliminate ability …

Preventing Mosquito-Borne Diseases: Practical Steps to Reduce Mosquito Breeding
5 months, 1 week ago

Preventing Mosquito-Borne Diseases: Practical Steps to Reduce Mosquito Breeding

News 18  

With the steep rise in mosquito borne diseases during monsoon season like dengue, it becomes imperative for safeguarding ourselves and our surroundings. We can use few natural, safe and cost-effective measures to curb mosquito borne diseases as recommended by Dr Akanksha Saxena, General Physician, Consults on Practo: Use mosquito repellents containing picaridin and DEET Apply thick layer of coconut oil …

National Dengue Day 2024: 5 effective ways to prevent mosquito bites this summer
7 months, 1 week ago

National Dengue Day 2024: 5 effective ways to prevent mosquito bites this summer

India TV News  

As temperatures rise and summer approaches, so does the threat of mosquito-borne illnesses like dengue fever. Here are five simple yet effective ways to prevent mosquito bites this summer: Wear Protective Clothing One of the simplest ways to avoid mosquito bites is by wearing long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and socks, especially during outdoor activities. Use Insect Repellent Applying insect repellent …

Neem Oil to Garlic: 5 highly effective natural mosquito repellants
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Neem Oil to Garlic: 5 highly effective natural mosquito repellants

India TV News  

Mosquitoes, those tiny but persistent pests, can quickly turn a pleasant outdoor experience into an itchy nightmare. In this article, we'll explore five highly effective natural solutions to repel mosquitoes, allowing you to enjoy the outdoors without the nuisance of those buzzing bloodsuckers. Neem oil: Neem oil, extracted from the seeds of the neem tree, is another powerful natural mosquito …

5 Ayurveda ingredients and remedies that can aid in faster recovery of dengue
1 year, 1 month ago

5 Ayurveda ingredients and remedies that can aid in faster recovery of dengue

Hindustan Times  

5 Ayurveda ingredients and remedies that can aid in faster recovery of dengue Looking for a holistic approach to dengue prevention and treatment? Here are 5 Ayurveda ingredients and remedies that can aid in faster recovery of dengue 1 / 10 With extended rainfall across the country this year, the danger of dengue has escalated and the number of cases …

Hot weather can make dengue virus more virulent, says study
1 year, 3 months ago

Hot weather can make dengue virus more virulent, says study

India Today  

The Dengue virus could become more virulent as the temperatures increase, according to a recent study. The research, published in the FASEB journal, can help in predicting and mitigating the severity and virulence of dengue, which has an estimated global disease burden of 390 million cases per year. The study can help in predicting and mitigating the severity and virulence …

Delhi: ₹1,000 fine for mosquito breeding amid dengue threat after floods
1 year, 4 months ago

Delhi: ₹1,000 fine for mosquito breeding amid dengue threat after floods

Hindustan Times  

With dengue spreading as flood waters recede, the Delhi government on Friday increased fines for mosquito breeding - ₹1000 for households and ₹5000 for commercial establishments, announced Health Minister Saurabh Bhardwaj. 'Floods in Delhi may increase dengue cases' Earlier, Mayor Shelly Oberoi warned of potential increases in dengue and malaria cases due to flooding in certain areas. Dengue and malaria …

Dengue cases on rise in India; tips to protect yourself from the mosquito-borne disease
1 year, 5 months ago

Dengue cases on rise in India; tips to protect yourself from the mosquito-borne disease

India TV News  

Dengue cases are on the rise in India due to monsoon. Several parts of India, including Odisha, Assam and Kerala are already recording an increase in dengue cases. This worrying trend has prompted health experts to issue warnings and advice on how to protect oneself from the mosquito-borne disease. Dengue is a tropical disease caused by four different viruses, all …

National Dengue Day 2023: Causes, Symptoms and Tips to Prevent Mosquito-borne Disease
1 year, 7 months ago

National Dengue Day 2023: Causes, Symptoms and Tips to Prevent Mosquito-borne Disease

News 18  

NATIONAL DENGUE DAY 2023: National Dengue Day is celebrated in India every year on May 16th with an aim of raising awareness about the dengue virus and its prevention. National Dengue Day 2023: Causes Dengue fever is a viral disease that spreads through the bite of an infected Aedes aegypti mosquito and is caused by the dengue virus. National Dengue …

AP health officials blame ornamental plants for dengue spread in Vizag
2 years, 1 month ago

AP health officials blame ornamental plants for dengue spread in Vizag

Deccan Chronicle  

VISHAKHAPATNAM: According to the latest statistics of the AP medical and health department, all the 26 districts reported an average of seven per cent increase in dengue cases while Visakhapatnam alone reported nearly 20 per cent of the cases so far this season. Around 970 dengue cases have been reported in Vizag, a GVMC health officer said, adding that this …

From Papaya to Pomegranates; what to eat and avoid while battling dengue fever
2 years, 1 month ago

From Papaya to Pomegranates; what to eat and avoid while battling dengue fever

Firstpost  

Pomegranates provide the body with a tremendous burst of energy and are packed with vital minerals and nutrients Dengue fever cases are on the upsurge in the country, therefore it’s critical to strengthen your immune system properly to avoid getting the disease. Here we will discuss the foods that you should eat, or avoid, to achieve faster recovery from dengue …

Dengue fever: Tips for people with diabetes to avoid severe dengue complications
2 years, 1 month ago

Dengue fever: Tips for people with diabetes to avoid severe dengue complications

Hindustan Times  

A sharp spike in dengue fever cases has been reported in many parts of the country after prolonged monsoon this year. People with diabetes are more susceptible to developing serious issues from dengue as the disease can raise blood sugar levels in diabetics. Moreover, dengue, being a stressful state to the body, can by itself raise the blood sugar levels …

Check out this list of best health tips to avoid dengue during the rainy season
2 years, 4 months ago

Check out this list of best health tips to avoid dengue during the rainy season

Hindustan Times  

Dengue is one of the viral infections caused by the bite of the female mosquito and the irregular rainfall and increase in humidity during monsoon lead to a spike in cases of dengue. Effective health tips to avoid dengue during monsoon When the mosquito infects a person, the virus circulates in the blood for 2-7 days which is the amount …

These Ayurvedic Home Remedies Might Help in Managing Dengue Fever
2 years, 4 months ago

These Ayurvedic Home Remedies Might Help in Managing Dengue Fever

News 18  

Dengue is a viral mosquito-borne disease which is widespread in the tropical regions of the globe. However, Ayurveda has defined various remedies for dealing with dengue fever. Studies have also proven that this medicinal agent has effective usage against dengue fever too. Applying Cooling Pastes According to Dr Archana Sukumaran, Ayurveda Doctor at Kerala Ayurveda, a simple paste prepared with …

Ayurvedic herbs and remedies to prevent and treat dengue
2 years, 4 months ago

Ayurvedic herbs and remedies to prevent and treat dengue

Hindustan Times  

Rainy season raises risk of vector-borne diseases and dengue cases often see a peak between July and November. Considering Ayurveda emphasises on prevention and holistic wellness, it has many herbs that help improve your immunity and aid in dosha balance to prevent against dengue. Dengue: Herbal remedies for prevention and treatment Dr Sukumaran suggests a set of herbs that help …

Effective tips to avoid dengue during monsoon
2 years, 5 months ago

Effective tips to avoid dengue during monsoon

Hindustan Times  

With the arrival of rainy season, the cases of vector-borne diseases like dengue, chikungunya are bound to see a surge. It is best to avoid the disease by keeping a check on mosquito breeding and wearing clothes that fully cover your body so that mosquito bites can be prevented. Dr. Vikrant Shah, consulting physician, intensivist, and infection disease specialist, Zen …

National Dengue Day 2022: Effective Ways to Keep Mosquitoes at Bay
2 years, 7 months ago

National Dengue Day 2022: Effective Ways to Keep Mosquitoes at Bay

News 18  

NATIONAL DENGUE DAY 2022: According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, National Dengue Day, celebrated on May 16 aims to spread awareness about dengue and to increase preventive measures as well as find out ways to prevent and control the disease across the country. A viral disease caused by the dengue virus, it is transmitted by the Aedes …

National Dengue Day 2022: Symptoms, Prevention and Treatment of Mosquito-borne Disease
2 years, 7 months ago

National Dengue Day 2022: Symptoms, Prevention and Treatment of Mosquito-borne Disease

News 18  

NATIONAL DENGUE DAY 2022: Every May 16, National Dengue Day is observed to spread awareness about the vector-borne disease. Dengue fever is a painful and incapacitating mosquito-borne disease caused by any of four closely related Aedes species. Symptoms, which typically appear four to six days after infection and can persist up to ten days, may include: High fever with no …

National Dengue Day 2022: Lemongrass to Neem, 5 Easy Ways to Protect Your Kids From Mosquitoes
2 years, 7 months ago

National Dengue Day 2022: Lemongrass to Neem, 5 Easy Ways to Protect Your Kids From Mosquitoes

News 18  

NATIONAL DENGUE DAY 2022: Mosquitos are a menace because they cause thousands of deaths in our country due to malaria and dengue. In India, May 16 marks the National Dengue Day which is an initiative by the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare to spread awareness about the vector-borne disease and its preventive methods. It is even said in …

Dengue fever: Precautions, early symptoms, and recovery from severe dengue
3 years, 1 month ago

Dengue fever: Precautions, early symptoms, and recovery from severe dengue

India TV News  

With the arrival of the monsoon, there is a general excitement in the air. Dengue like other viral fevers has early symptoms of high fever which is more than 100 F along with two or more symptoms such as headache, joint and muscle pain, pain behind the eyes, vomiting, fatigue rash. Patients recover fully from dengue Treatment & Recovery There …

Eat These Immunity-Boosting Foods That Can Help You Prevent Dengue
3 years, 1 month ago

Eat These Immunity-Boosting Foods That Can Help You Prevent Dengue

News 18  

Increase in cases of dengue fever across the country is a cause of worry for all. While it might not be possible to avoid mosquito bites, as despite using ways like using mosquito repellents and avoiding mosquito-breeding, the vector succeeds in transmitting these diseases. Here are a few immunity-booster foods to keep dengue virus at bay: Read: Dengue Cases on …

Dengue Cases on Rise: Here’s How You Can Protect Yourself
3 years, 1 month ago

Dengue Cases on Rise: Here’s How You Can Protect Yourself

News 18  

India has seen a sudden rise in dengue cases. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 75 percent of people infected with dengue don’t show any symptoms, while 20 percent have mild symptoms and 5 percent might develop severe symptoms, which can be life-threatening. SOME OF THE COMMON SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF DENGUE FEVER ARE: High fever Severe …

Dengue fever: Follow these 7 effective tips to protect yourself from dengue
3 years, 3 months ago

Dengue fever: Follow these 7 effective tips to protect yourself from dengue

India Today  

Dengue fever is one of the deadliest diseases that spread in the human body. Also known as break-bone fever, Dengue is a viral infection caused and transmitted by the bite of an infected Aedes mosquito. Dengue fever is usually transmitted or spread through the bite of an infected female Aedes mosquito. While travelling to cities or places where there is …

How to prevent dengue: All you need to know
3 years, 3 months ago

How to prevent dengue: All you need to know

India Today  

Dengue fever is usually caused by the dengue virus, transmitted by the bite of the Aedes mosquitos. Although there is no specific vaccine or remedy against dengue, you can always protect yourself and your children by adopting some preventive measures to keep the environment safe at home. Destroy mosquito habitat The most important step towards preventing dengue at home is …

Dengue fever: Steps to prevent dengue at home
3 years, 3 months ago

Dengue fever: Steps to prevent dengue at home

India Today  

Dengue fever is usually caused by the dengue virus, transmitted by the bite of the Aedes mosquitos. First step to prevent dengue The very first step is to clean your house and close doors and windows before sunset, as mosquitos are usually more active during and post-sunset. To prevent dengue mosquitoes from breeding, check for damp areas in your home. …

Monsoon Diseases: Why People with Low Immunity Must be More Careful of Mosquitoes
3 years, 6 months ago

Monsoon Diseases: Why People with Low Immunity Must be More Careful of Mosquitoes

News 18  

Dengue or dengue fever is a mosquito-borne viral infection causing a severe flu-like illness that sometimes may cause potentially lethal complication called severe dengue. According to the World Health Organization, the dengue virus comprises four distinct serotypes which belongs to the genus Flavivirus, family Flaviviridae. Dengue fever virus is an RNA virus of the family Flaviviridae; genus Flavivirus. People with …

What to use to keep mosquitoes away: Follow steps
4 years, 3 months ago

What to use to keep mosquitoes away: Follow steps

India Today  

Learning how to control mosquitoes is an important step toward safeguarding you and your home. The most effective way to keep mosquitoes away from the safe environment of your home is by using mosquito repellent sprays and scents. To keep these deadly diseases away from your house, you need to know certain ways to get rid of mosquitoes. To prevent …

How to prevent mosquito bites
4 years, 3 months ago

How to prevent mosquito bites

India Today  

Mosquito bites not only cause itching or redness but prove to be fatal in some cases. You can adapt to simple practices such as wearing long sleeve clothes, using repellents or opting for natural ways to get rid of a mosquito bite. Here are certain ways to get rid of mosquito bites: Wear mosquito repellent Mosquito repellent can scare away …

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