World Mosquito Day: Here are Some of the Most Dangerous Mosquito-Borne Diseases
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World Mosquito Day: Here are Some of the Most Dangerous Mosquito-Borne Diseases

The Hindu  

Published : Aug 20, 2024 19:47 IST - 5 MINS READ It has been more than 125 years since the role of mosquitoes as the transmitters of malaria was discovered on 20 August 1897 by British physician Ronald Ross. Correct diagnosis usually requires on careful assessment of these and other specific symptoms Suitable treatments for mosquito-borne diseases are rare and medical attention is usually advised, though some antivirals and vaccines have been developed. Aedes and Culex mosquitoes – the viral carriers Mosquitoes from the Aedes group are the common carriers of viruses that cause dengue, yellow fever, Zika and Chikungunya. Not everyone infected with the virus that causes yellow fever develops symptoms, but those that do may experience fever, muscle pains, backaches, headaches, nausea, and vomiting. Japanese encephalitis virus JE is the most common cause of viral encephalitis across Asia, and though symptomatic cases are rare, people with severe cases experience rapid onset of disorientation, coma, and seizures.

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Telangana: Chikungunya bigger menace than dengue at present, say doctors
3 months, 1 week ago

Telangana: Chikungunya bigger menace than dengue at present, say doctors

New Indian Express  

HYDERABAD: Following the dengue panic at the beginning of this year’s monsoon, chikungunya has now turned into a bigger menace in terms of vector-borne diseases in Hyderabad. As per the official data of the state health department, 6,405 dengue,178 chikungunya, 200 malaria and 6,192 fever cases have been recorded in Telangana from January to August 31. Although influenza continues to …

Chikungunya's new variant wreaks havoc in Pune; know causes, symptoms and ways to prevent this viral disease
3 months, 1 week ago

Chikungunya's new variant wreaks havoc in Pune; know causes, symptoms and ways to prevent this viral disease

India TV News  

A new variant of the Chikungunya virus has recently emerged in Pune, causing widespread concern due to its rapid spread and the severity of its symptoms. The spread of the new variant in Pune is likely due to the following factors: It increased mosquito population due to monsoon rains and improper waste management. Common symptoms include: High fever Severe joint …

Pune reports 22 dengue, 19 chikungunya cases in July
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Pune reports 22 dengue, 19 chikungunya cases in July

Hindustan Times  

The Pune Municipal Corporation has reported a spike in vector-borne disease cases in the city, said officials. During the ongoing surveillance, the civic body reported 22 dengue and 19 chikungunya cases in July. As per the officials, the recent rains resulting in water accumulation in artificial and natural sources in residential areas have made favourable conditions for mosquito breeding which …

Malaria to Chikungunya: 7 types of monsoon fevers, know prevention tips
5 months ago

Malaria to Chikungunya: 7 types of monsoon fevers, know prevention tips

India TV News  

Monsoon fevers, also known as monsoon season illnesses, are a common occurrence in many tropical and subtropical regions around the world. Some of the common ones are as follows: Malaria According to Dr Niranjan Patil, Associate Vice President, Scientific Business head- Infectious diseases, Metropolis Healthcare Ltd, Mumbai, dengue is diagnosed clinically by symptoms of fever with chills, whereas in the …

West Nile virus has health officials 'concerned' as infected mosquitoes reach record highs and cases spread to 8 states
5 months, 3 weeks ago

West Nile virus has health officials 'concerned' as infected mosquitoes reach record highs and cases spread to 8 states

Daily Mail  

West Nile virus cases are being detected earlier than normal this year, in a warning sign that more people could be diagnosed with the mosquito-borne disease. Raising the alarm over the emerging situation, health officials in Kansas said: 'Although West Nile virus cases occur annually in, the concerning trend this year is their unusually early appearance. Cases have remained steady …

West Nile virus spreads in Kerala: Symptoms to prevention all you want to know
7 months, 2 weeks ago

West Nile virus spreads in Kerala: Symptoms to prevention all you want to know

Hindustan Times  

West Nile fever is spreading across the three districts of Kerala--Malappuram, Kozhikode and Thrissur and State Health Department has issued an alert, instructing the authorities to speed up pre-monsoon cleaning activities. West Nile virus is a mosquito-borne flavivirus that can cause flu-like symptoms. West Nile virus is a mosquito-borne flavivirus that can cause flu-like symptoms in people and some birds. …

Kerala reports 10 cases of West Nile Virus: All you need to know
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Kerala reports 10 cases of West Nile Virus: All you need to know

Hindustan Times  

At least 10 cases of West Nile Virus infection have been reported in Kozhikode and Malappuram districts of Kerala, officials in the state health department said. Several tests like IgG antibody sero-conversion, IgM antibody capture enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay, neutralisation assays and virus isolation by cell culture can be done to diagnose the infection. A. Kerala has reported outbreaks of both …

1,503 and counting: Chikungunya cases in Punjab at 7-year high
1 year, 1 month ago

1,503 and counting: Chikungunya cases in Punjab at 7-year high

Hindustan Times  

Amid the soaring dengue cases, Punjab is also gripped by the worst outbreak of another vector-borne disease — chikungunya. At 1,503, the state has already reported the highest number of cases since 2017, when the state formally started maintaining surveillance of the debilitating disease. Patiala district epidemiologist Dr Sumeet Singh said both dengue and chikungunya had similar symptoms, but immense …

World Mosquito Day 2023: History, Types, Diseases, and Control
1 year, 4 months ago

World Mosquito Day 2023: History, Types, Diseases, and Control

News 18  

WORLD MOSQUITO DAY 2023: World Mosquitos Day is celebrated on August 20 to commemorate Sir Ronald Ross for discovering the connection between mosquitoes and the transference of Malaria in 1897. Types of mosquitos Asian Tiger mosquitoesAlso known as Aedes albopictus, the mosquito belongs to the tropical and subtropical areas of Southeast Asia. Yellow fever mosquitoAlso known as Aedes aegypti, it …

Climate change leads to growing risk of mosquito-borne viral diseases, EU agency says
1 year, 6 months ago

Climate change leads to growing risk of mosquito-borne viral diseases, EU agency says

Associated Press  

COPENHAGEN, Denmark — European Union officials warned Thursday there is a growing risk of mosquito-borne viral diseases such as dengue and chikungunya in Europe due to climate change. The other mosquito, Aedes aegypti, known to transmit dengue, yellow fever, chikungunya, zika and West Nile viruses, has been established in Cyprus since 2022 and may spread to other European countries. “If …

World Mosquito Day 2022: List of vector-borne diseases caused by mosquito bite
2 years, 4 months ago

World Mosquito Day 2022: List of vector-borne diseases caused by mosquito bite

Hindustan Times  

The World Mosquito Day is marked annually on August 20 to raise awareness of the dangers of malaria-carrying mosquitoes and throw a spotlight on ongoing efforts in the fight against the world’s deadliest creature. World Mosquito Day 2022: List of vector-borne diseases caused by mosquito bite Vector-borne diseases that are transmitted by mosquitoes include malaria, leptospirosis, dengue, chikungunya etc. Among …

Know All About the Mosquito-borne Disease, its Symptoms - News18
2 years, 6 months ago

Know All About the Mosquito-borne Disease, its Symptoms - News18

News 18  

Kerala is on alert after a 47-year-old man died on Sunday due to West Nile fever in Thrissur district. The state health department said it took a proactive decision and issued directions to eliminate mosquito breeding sites as a preventive measure. The Kerala health department said West Nile fever is spread by the Culex species of mosquitoes. The Kerala health …

Warning about mosquito-borne viruses in SA, Victoria and NSW after one person dies and seven sent to hospital
2 years, 9 months ago

Warning about mosquito-borne viruses in SA, Victoria and NSW after one person dies and seven sent to hospital

ABC  

One person has died and seven others have been badly affected by mosquito-borne viruses that are increasingly being detected in south-east Australia. Key points: One person has died of acute encephalitis connected with a mosquito-borne virus Kokobera virus has been detected in the Riverland There has been a large number of Ross River virus cases SA Health said the La …

Dengue, Malaria, Chikungunya on Rise: Here's State-wise Status Check of Cases, Symptoms and Prevention
3 years, 1 month ago

Dengue, Malaria, Chikungunya on Rise: Here's State-wise Status Check of Cases, Symptoms and Prevention

News 18  

The cases of vector-borne diseases like dengue, malaria, and chikungunya are on the rise in several states of the country at a time when India is already dealing with a coronavirus pandemic. It added that malaria cases dropped by 71.8 per cent while deaths declined by 73.9 per cent between 2000 to 2019. chikungunya It’s a viral disease transmitted to …

Russia warns of increase in West Nile Virus cases: What is it? What are its symptoms?
3 years, 3 months ago

Russia warns of increase in West Nile Virus cases: What is it? What are its symptoms?

Firstpost  

About 1 in 5 people who are infected, develop a fever with other symptoms such as headache, body aches, joint pains, vomiting, diarrhea, or rash. Most people with febrile illness due to the West Nile virus recover completely, but fatigue and weakness can last for weeks or months. Infection with WNV is either asymptomatic in around 80 percent of infected …

Russia Warns of West Nile Virus: The Mosquito-borne Disease Causing Deadly Nervous Condition
3 years, 3 months ago

Russia Warns of West Nile Virus: The Mosquito-borne Disease Causing Deadly Nervous Condition

News 18  

Russia issued a warning on Monday about the possibility of a rise in West Nile Virus infections this autumn, citing mild temperatures and heavy precipitation as favourable circumstances for mosquitos that carry the virus. West Nile virus is the leading cause of mosquito-borne disease in the continental United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Symptoms, Severe …

What is Chikungunya disease? Know its symptoms, causes and prevention
3 years, 3 months ago

What is Chikungunya disease? Know its symptoms, causes and prevention

India Today  

Chikungunya is a mosquito-borne viral disease, just like dengue, that is transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito. Chikungunya is a viral disease caused by the chikungunya virus and is characterized by fever and severe joint pain. Causes of Chikungunya: Usually, the virus is spread to people by Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquito bites. As the major reason …

World Mosquito Day 2021: Everything you need to know about mosquito-borne diseases and its impacts
3 years, 4 months ago

World Mosquito Day 2021: Everything you need to know about mosquito-borne diseases and its impacts

India TV News  

Although very small in size, mosquitoes are perhaps the only predator that has thrived through the centuries, causing death through vector-borne diseases. Aedes mosquitoes cause chikungunya, dengue fever, lymphatic filariasis, rift valley fever, yellow fever, and zika. This may include high fever, headache, joint pain, vomiting, muscle, and even skin rash. Dengue fever can develop into dengue hemorrhagic fever as …

World Mosquito Day 2021: All You Need to Know About 5 Mosquito-borne Diseases
3 years, 4 months ago

World Mosquito Day 2021: All You Need to Know About 5 Mosquito-borne Diseases

News 18  

If there’s one insect that everyone unanimously is irritated of, it has to be mosquitoes. Today, as we celebrate World Mosquito Day, let us look at the 5 of the most dangerous diseases that are transmitted by mosquitoes, which will not just cause you pain, but they also hold the power to kill you eventually if not treated immediately. The …

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 …

Mosquitoes cannot spread COVID-19, Kansas State University finds after studying three most common vectors species
4 years, 5 months ago

Mosquitoes cannot spread COVID-19, Kansas State University finds after studying three most common vectors species

Firstpost  

Mosquitoes are common vectors of a number of infectious pathogens, but WHO has maintained that COVID-19 is a respiratory disease that spreads through droplets and fomites. However, the World Health Organisation had stated quite early that COVID-19 is a respiratory disease that spreads through droplets and fomites and there was no proof of mosquitoes being able to spread the virus. …

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