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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Can essential oils help prevent mosquito bites?

From transforming ordinary baths into spa-like experiences to being a celebrity-favourite skincare secret, essential oils are nature’s aromatic gift for wellness. Essential oils for mosquito bite prevention “Essential oils have always been a natural and effective remedy for repelling mosquitoes and for many purposes. “Certain essential oils, like tea tree and lavender, have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties that can help …

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1 month ago

Best mosquito repellent creams: 6 top choices to stay safe and itch-free

Hindustan Times

Mosquitoes always seem to find their way regardless of how well you are tucked under the covers. Specifications of Odomos Mosquito Repellent Cream: Item form: Cream Scent: Unscented If you are looking for the best mosquito repellent for babies in India, try Mother Sparsh Natural Insect Repellent and After Bite Turmeric Balm. Specifications of Mother Sparsh Natural Insect Repellent for …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Panchkula DC orders intensified efforts as dengue cases climb to 1,230

Hindustan Times

With dengue cases reaching a seasonal high of 1,230 in the city, deputy commissioner Monika Gupta convened a meeting with officials, directing the intensification of sampling and sanitisation in areas around garbage dumps. To curb mosquito breeding, residents were urged to observe “dry days” every Sunday, emptying water containers and clearing stagnant water around their premises. Gupta directed chief medical …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Agra man’s suicide attempt by drinking mosquito repellent goes viral on Instagram. Here’s what happens next

Live Mint

A man in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, attempted to die by suicide on Friday night by ingesting mosquito repellent following emotional distress caused by a breakup with his girlfriend. Disturbing Instagram Post Alerts Police Around 3:30 am on Saturday, the Police Commissioner’s media cell alerted the Trans Yamuna Police Station to an Instagram video showing the man drinking mosquito repellent in …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Agra: Man Consumes Mosquito Repellent After Breakup, Shares Video Online

ABP News

A man in Agra allegedly consumed a mosquito repellent to end his life after a breakup with his girlfriend. The man posted a video of the act on social media following which the local police immediately rushed to the spot and saved him. आगरा में युवती ने युवक को प्यार में धोखा दे दिया। युवक ने विषाक्त पदार्थ का सेवन …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Agra man drinks mosquito repellent after breakup with girlfriend, posts video online

Hindustan Times

A man in Uttar Pradesh's Agra attempted suicide by drinking mosquito repellent on Friday after feeling depressed following a breakup with his girlfriend, Navbharat Times reported quoting police. Here's what happened After the man posted a video on Instagram showing himself drinking mosquito repellent, the police were alerted. Trans Yamuna Police Station reported receiving an alert from the Police Commissioner’s …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Silent Mosquitoes: A New Weapon Against Dengue

Firstpost

Researchers from the University of California have found a unique method of combating mosquito-borne diseases like dengue, yellow fever, and Zika. Male mosquitoes use their hearing to track out females based on their appealing wingbeats, and they have sex while flying in midair. Female mosquitoes are the ones that transmit diseases to humans. Thus, scientists believe preventing them from having …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

This DIY Halloween costume turns you into the world's scariest animal

NPR

This DIY Halloween costume turns you into the world's scariest animal toggle caption Ben de la Cruz/NPR Say you want to dress up as the world's scariest animal this Halloween. Sponsor Message Snakes easily eclipse sharks with their lethal toll: the World Health Organization estimates that 5.4 million people a year are bitten by snakes, with 81,000 to 138,000 deaths …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ludhiana: 1,020 Challenges Issued Over Mosquito Larvae, Health Teams Issue Fineds

Hindustan Times

Health teams in Ludhiana have issued 1,020 challans to residents to combat the spread of dengue. The violators were fined after mosquito larvae were found in their homes and businesses. The health teams conducted fogging across the city and are educating the public about how to prevent mosquito bites.

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2 months ago

Dengue fever is rare in L.A. That could start to change because of climate change

NPR

Dengue fever is rare in L.A. That could start to change because of climate change toggle caption John Moore/Getty Images Manuel Lara is hunting for mosquitos. An invasive species, the Aedes mosquito is relatively new to Southern California — and it can spread a disease that historically could not be caught within the region: dengue fever. This autumn, Los Angeles …

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2 months ago

A 'Flood' Of Solar Panels Threatens Puerto Rico's Farmers

Huff Post

This story is the second installment of a three-part series on Puerto Rico’s energy transition. “They’re flooding us with panels.” Diana Santi, a local store owner in the El Coquí neighborhood of Salinas, Puerto Rico, points to where the floodwaters gushed during the last major hurricane. They use our land, affect our aquifer, and our electricity rate is higher than …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Connecticut father dies after mosquito bite in his backyard led to hellish five-year battle with rare brain disease

Daily Mail

A father has died following a five-year battle with a rare mosquito-borne virus that he caught in his backyard. His death comes as Triple E cases in the US reach a four-year high, with 16 cases recorded this year — mostly in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. At least two people have died from the infection this year, also including a …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Officials raise alarm over spreading mosquito-borne ‘triple E’ virus

Raw Story

Mosquito-borne illnesses are a growing concern in Northeastern states, with health officials monitoring cases and advising residents to avoid outdoor activities near standing water and other environments prone to mosquito spread. The state also is making insect repellent available at state parks and campgrounds; posting signs to raise awareness of EEE; consulting with local health officials about limiting park hours …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Technology promotes control of mosquito-borne diseases

China Daily

Sun Yan, a doctoral student at the Zhongshan School of Medicine, Sun Yat-sen University, shows the larvae and the shed shells of mosquito eggs at the storage room of SYSU "mosquito factory" in Dongguan, South China's Guangdong province, on July 8, 2024. With the help of nuclear technology and genetic technology, Chinese scientific researchers have made progress in the mass …

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Mosquito-borne virus spreads at 'unprecedented' levels in L.A.

LA Times

About 1 in 20 people infected with dengue will become severely ill, facing complications such as shock, internal bleeding or respiratory failure. The worry, though, is “if there are enough infected mosquitoes, it could lead to exponential spread,” said Dr. Aiman Halai, director of the L.A. County Department of Public Health’s Vector-Borne Disease Unit. The World Health Organization warned last …

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2 months, 4 weeks ago

Karnataka govt declares Dengue as an epidemic

Op India

On Tuesday, 3rd September, the Karnataka government declared dengue fever an epidemic disease in light of a surge in cases across the state. Due to the surge in dengue cases, the Government of Karnataka has declared dengue an epidemic disease in the state. To enhance prevention efforts, the following regulations are being enforced: •All landowners, occupiers and builders must take …

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2 months, 4 weeks ago

The 1 Thing You Should Never, Ever Do If You Get A Mosquito Bite

Huff Post

Antonio Sortino For HuffPost Experts overwhelmingly recommend avoiding one specific behavior if you get a mosquito bite. Regardless of how you react to mosquito bites, doctors agree there’s one thing you shouldn’t do when you get a bite: scratch it. Why You Should Avoid Scratching Your Bug Bites It can be tempting to scratch mosquito bites given how incredibly itchy …

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3 months ago

Customs, Central GST officials distribute relief material to flood victims in Vijayawada

The Hindu

Officials of the Customs Preventive Commissionerate of Vijayawada and the Central GST Commissionerate of Guntur distributed relief material to the flood victims on Sunday. The Customs and the Central GST officers organised a ‘Box of Kindness’ programme to assist the flood-affected people from September 12 to 19 in all their offices across the State, which includes relief kits worth ₹12 …

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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 …

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3 months ago

‘Unprecedented’ cluster of mosquito-borne dengue virus cases confirmed in Baldwin Park

LA Times

An Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District worker begins screening for disease-causing viruses at the agency’s lab in Garden Grove last year. Two more cases of the mosquito-borne dengue virus were confirmed Wednesday in Baldwin Park, according to the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. Including the case announced last week, the three cases make up an “unprecedented …

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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 …

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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 …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Interview with a mosquito

Times of India

Aedes loves a laugh and is very class conscious It has been my earnest desire to know the mind of the mosquito, both for understanding its behavioural triggers and to ascertain whether it is amenable to suggestions. Although not credited with a significant brain size compared with human beings, the mosquito remains one of the most formidable foes of humankind, …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Rare local case of mosquito-borne dengue virus confirmed in Baldwin Park

LA Times

A case of locally transmitted dengue was confirmed in the San Gabriel Valley on Monday. A rare case of dengue, a viral infection spread by mosquitoes, was confirmed in Baldwin Park on Monday, according to the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. The potential risk for widespread dengue virus transmission in L.A. County remains low, public health officials said …

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Can essential oils help prevent mosquito bites?

Best mosquito repellent creams: 6 top choices to stay safe and itch-free

Panchkula DC orders intensified efforts as dengue cases climb to 1,230

Agra man’s suicide attempt by drinking mosquito repellent goes viral on Instagram. Here’s what happens next

Agra: Man Consumes Mosquito Repellent After Breakup, Shares Video Online

Agra man drinks mosquito repellent after breakup with girlfriend, posts video online

Silent Mosquitoes: A New Weapon Against Dengue

This DIY Halloween costume turns you into the world's scariest animal

Ludhiana: 1,020 Challenges Issued Over Mosquito Larvae, Health Teams Issue Fineds

Dengue fever is rare in L.A. That could start to change because of climate change

A 'Flood' Of Solar Panels Threatens Puerto Rico's Farmers

Connecticut father dies after mosquito bite in his backyard led to hellish five-year battle with rare brain disease

Officials raise alarm over spreading mosquito-borne ‘triple E’ virus

Technology promotes control of mosquito-borne diseases

Mosquito-borne virus spreads at 'unprecedented' levels in L.A.

Karnataka govt declares Dengue as an epidemic

The 1 Thing You Should Never, Ever Do If You Get A Mosquito Bite

Customs, Central GST officials distribute relief material to flood victims in Vijayawada

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

‘Unprecedented’ cluster of mosquito-borne dengue virus cases confirmed in Baldwin Park

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

Adilabad: Chikungunya on rise along with dengue and viral fevers

Interview with a mosquito

Rare local case of mosquito-borne dengue virus confirmed in Baldwin Park