Chikungunya's new variant wreaks havoc in Pune; know causes, symptoms and ways to prevent this viral disease
3 months 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 pain Muscle pain Headache Fatigue and weakness Rash The joint pain may persist for weeks or even months, severely impacting mobility and quality of life. By understanding the causes, recognizing the symptoms early, and taking proactive steps to prevent mosquito bites, individuals and communities can play a vital role in curbing the spread of this viral disease.

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Chikungunya Cases Decline, Viral Fevers Rise in Hyderabad
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Chikungunya Cases Decline, Viral Fevers Rise in Hyderabad

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: After witnessing an alarming rise in September and October, Chikungunya cases have been slowly declining for the past few weeks. With the dip in temperatures, the cases of viral fevers, cold and cough are on the rise. Early contact with doctors in case of symptoms such as cough, change in voice, headaches, low temperature can help in early detection …

Telangana clarifies Chikungunya situation amid concerns
1 month ago

Telangana clarifies Chikungunya situation amid concerns

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: In response to a travel advisory issued by the US Centres for Disease Control over a surge in chikungunya cases among travellers from Telangana, the state health department said that the situation remained under control. The state has also regularly submitted weekly and monthly reports to the National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme, emphasising its robust management of vector-borne …

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

Health dept conducts review meeting after spike in vector-borne disease cases
3 months, 1 week ago

Health dept conducts review meeting after spike in vector-borne disease cases

Hindustan Times  

Following a surge in water-borne and vector-borne disease cases, the public health department on Wednesday conducted a review meeting to discuss the prevention and control of vector-borne, water-borne and zoonotic diseases as well as coordination between various departments, officials said. Till August this year, the state reported 2,198 cases of Chikungunya as compared to 497 till August last year. Chaired …

Adilabad: Chikungunya on rise along with dengue and viral fevers
3 months, 1 week ago

Adilabad: Chikungunya on rise along with dengue and viral fevers

Deccan Chronicle  

ADILABAD: Chikungunya cases are on the rise along with other seasonal diseases like dengue and viral fevers. Many people throng government and private hospitals with the symptoms of Chikungunya and viral fevers in Komaram Bheem Asifabad, Nirmal and Mancherial districts. Anti-larva spraying operations, bleaching drinking water and flogging operations are missing in many villages despite many people suffering from seasonal …

Intermittent rain leads to outbreak in chikungunya; 164 cases in August
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Intermittent rain leads to outbreak in chikungunya; 164 cases in August

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: As the city received intermittent rains in August, doctors are seeing a spurt in cases of chikungunya – a viral infection spread by an infected Aedes Aegypti mosquito, with people coming to the clinics with acute joint pain and other symptoms such as fever and rashes. “Intermittent rains in August led to more breeding of mosquitoes and hence the …

Chikungunya cases outnumber dengue in Hyderabad
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Chikungunya cases outnumber dengue in Hyderabad

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: While July recorded a good number of dengue cases, August has seen a different trend in the spread of viral diseases. The reason for this change could be better management of dengue cases this year, doctors said. Dengue fevers have come down a bit, and there is an increase in the number of Chikungunya cases,” said Dr Aarathi Bellary, …

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

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 …

Monsoon season health guide: Expert tips on managing viral fever and infections during rainy season
4 months ago

Monsoon season health guide: Expert tips on managing viral fever and infections during rainy season

Hindustan Times  

Seasonal weather changes can affect every person differently because while some people have good immunity and can tide over seasonal changes without any health implications, others suffer from viral fevers and other health-related complications. Monsoon season health guide: Expert tips on managing viral fever and infections during rainy season In an interview with HT Lifestye, Dr Paritosh Baghel, Senior Consultant …

Pune civic body-run hostel turns hotspot for vector-borne diseases
4 months, 1 week ago

Pune civic body-run hostel turns hotspot for vector-borne diseases

Hindustan Times  

The compromised hygiene conditions at the Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar boys’ hostel on Ghole Road have turned the facility into a hot spot for vector-borne disease. As per the PMC officials, within a week as many as 27 cases of dengue, and 13 cases of chikungunya have been reported at the hostel. As per the PMC officials, within a week as …

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 …

Karnataka: Doctors warn not to ignore fever, even if dengue tests negative
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Karnataka: Doctors warn not to ignore fever, even if dengue tests negative

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: With rising dengue cases, doctors in the city have warned the public not to neglect fever and other symptoms, even if the dengue test comes negative. In addition to dengue, doctors have also noted a surge in infections like chikungunya, water-borne illnesses like Hepatitis A, and respiratory illnesses like RSV, H1N1, and seasonal influenza, all of which exhibit dengue-like …

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 …

1 in 4 Families Report Dengue, Malaria; 73% Say Local Body Not Taking Any Measures: Survey - News18
1 year, 2 months ago

1 in 4 Families Report Dengue, Malaria; 73% Say Local Body Not Taking Any Measures: Survey - News18

News 18  

More and more states have been reporting cases of dengue and chikungunya this year, with West Bengal in the lead. A LocalCircles survey showed 73% respondents indicated no anti-mosquito fogging has been done in their area during the last 45 days despite rise in the case in Delhi and Mumbai. When asked if any of their family members had fallen …

After Incessant Rains And Waterlogging, Dengue Cases In Delhi Highest In 6 Years
1 year, 5 months ago

After Incessant Rains And Waterlogging, Dengue Cases In Delhi Highest In 6 Years

News 18  

Delhi and adjoining NCR regions have been troubled lately with the issue of waterlogging due to excessive rainfall. Municipal Corporation of Delhi has also acknowledged in its weekly report that in July alone, 27 people have been infected with dengue so far. In the next few days, the government might declare distinct wards in each hospital for dengue, malaria and …

Mumbai sees surge in mosquito-borne diseases in July due to monsoon
1 year, 5 months ago

Mumbai sees surge in mosquito-borne diseases in July due to monsoon

Live Mint  

The number of cases of leptospirosis and chikungunya reported in Mumbai during the first 16 days of July has surpassed the total reported in June, according to a report compiled by city's civic body Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation. From July 1 to 16, Mumbai reported 104 cases of leptospirosis and 10 cases of chikungunya, compared to 97 cases of leptospirosis and …

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 …

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 …

Climate change may spread demand for new chikungunya vaccine
1 year, 6 months ago

Climate change may spread demand for new chikungunya vaccine

The Hindu  

Published : Jun 16, 2023 15:47 IST - 4 MINS READ A new clinical study shows promising results of a Phase III chikungunya vaccine trial, the first time the shot has been tested in humans. Chikungunya vaccine a first The new Lancet study represents the results of the first Phase III trial conducted for a vaccine against the disease. After …

Climate change spurring surge in dengue, chikungunya: WHO
1 year, 8 months ago

Climate change spurring surge in dengue, chikungunya: WHO

Live Mint  

The World Health Organization warned Wednesday that dengue and other diseases caused by mosquito-borne arboviruses were spreading far faster and further amid climate change, warning global outbreaks could be looming. Experts with the United Nations health agency sounded the alarm over swelling numbers of cases of dengue and chikungunya, and warned new epidemics of zika could also be expected. "Climate …

West Bengal: 840 New Dengue Cases Reported Ahead Of Durga Puja Celebrations
2 years, 2 months ago

West Bengal: 840 New Dengue Cases Reported Ahead Of Durga Puja Celebrations

ABP News  

The number of dengue cases in West Bengal has seen a rapid rise with the state health department reporting 840 new infections on Monday ahead of the Durga Puja celebrations in the state. The new cases emerged after testing 7,682 samples, the health department said, reported news agency PTI. Meanwhile, the national capital also witnessed around 281 cases this month …

New bacteria to take on dengue, zika
2 years, 5 months ago

New bacteria to take on dengue, zika

Live Mint  

An end to dengue, chikungunya and zika may be finally in sight, with scientists at a premier government research centre working to infect domestic vectors with a bacteria that will—in around six months’ time—begin eliminating these viruses in them. The scientists have been cross-breeding local Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, which transmit dengue, chikungunya and zika virus, with mosquitoes that carry the …

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 …

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 …

Maharashtra Witnesses 5-year High in Chikungunya Cases, Over 2,000 People Infected Till October
3 years, 1 month ago

Maharashtra Witnesses 5-year High in Chikungunya Cases, Over 2,000 People Infected Till October

News 18  

With 2,006 cases of chikungunya between January and October this year, Maharashtra has reported a five-year high in the infection. The national capital has already crossed the 1,000-mark this year with 283 new cases reported last week, according to a Delhi civic report on vector-borne diseases released on Monday. Of the total count of dengue cases recorded in Delhi this …

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 …

Gujarat: Dengue, malaria, chikungunya cases up by 110% since January
3 years, 3 months ago

Gujarat: Dengue, malaria, chikungunya cases up by 110% since January

India Today  

After battling Covid-19, parts of Gujarat are now facing increasing cases of dengue, chikungunya and malaria. As per latest data, dengue, chikungunya and malaria cases in the state have shot up by 110 per cent from January 20 to September 4. Ahmedabad municipal health department data reveals that last year, from January 20 to September 4, the city had reported …

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 …

Here’s How You Can Protect Yourself from Vector-borne Diseases Like Dengue, Malaria
3 years, 6 months ago

Here’s How You Can Protect Yourself from Vector-borne Diseases Like Dengue, Malaria

News 18  

Pre-monsoon showers across the country have given a lot of respite from the rising summer heat. However, the danger of vector-borne diseases such as Malaria, Dengue, Chikungunya has also been looming large after these showers. For several years, many big cities including Delhi have seen a sharp rise in the number of cases of these vector-borne diseases in the rainy …

8 most effective ways to prevent mosquito-borne diseases
4 years, 3 months ago

8 most effective ways to prevent mosquito-borne diseases

India Today  

A recent study by WHO have shown that 17 per cent of global estimated communicable diseases are transmitted by vectors and almost 12 major vector-borne diseases across the globe like chikungunya fever, Zika virus fever, yellow fever, West Nile fever, Japanese encephalitis, dengue, malaria is the leading cause of more than 7,00,000 deaths annually. The Integrated vector management approach to …

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