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3 months ago

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

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, 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 …

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5 months ago

235 notices sent to educational institutes over mosquito breeding: MCD

Hindustan Times

The public health department of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi sent legal notices to 235 legal notices and issued over 60 prosecutions to educational institutions as part of a special drive last week said the civic body in their statement on Tuesday. Under this drive, the civic body conducted inspections at 2,370 educational institutes for detecting mosquito breeding and mosquitogenic …

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6 months ago

Monsoon woes: DMHO calls for vigil against seasonal diseases

Deccan Chronicle

Visakhapatnam: The district health department has highlighted the imminent threat of seasonal diseases in view of the monsoon’s onset. A meeting chaired by DMHO Dr Jagadeeswara Rao on Wednesday focused on preventive measures against diseases such as malaria, dengue, chikungunya, and diseases transmitted by insects.The meeting emphasized the importance of community action in preventing these diseases. "It is necessary to …

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8 months, 2 weeks ago

Viral fever spreading fast; expert tips to keep seasonal infections at bay

Hindustan Times

Transition from winter to summer season has caused a spike in cases of seasonal fevers and infections across the country. As per experts, cases of viral fever, dengue, typhoid and leptospirosis are on rise due to several risk factors including intake of contaminated food and water and onset of breeding season for mosquitoes. It is important to avoid indulging in …

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1 year, 3 months ago

Tamil Nadu Public Health Act invoked for dengue control

The Hindu

In the wake of a surge in fever cases, especially dengue, in Tamil Nadu, the Directorate of Public Health and Preventive Medicine has invoked provisions of the Tamil Nadu Public Health Act 1939 relating to notifying cases of dengue to the local health authority and enforcing mosquito control activities. Failure to report a notifiable disease, failure to comply with notices …

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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 …

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1 year, 5 months ago

How to prevent getting dengue at workplace; tips to follow

Hindustan Times

It's the rainy season when the chances of dengue infection are quite high. Workplace and dengue: Air-conditioners, drains, toilet bowls, parking areas are all possible breeding grounds Dr Samir Dwivedi, Medical Director, India, International SOS says organisations should go for mosquito control and infection prevention measures to reduce community transmission of dengue and should promote awareness of the signs and …

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1 year, 7 months ago

Delhi govt directs schools to create awareness about vector-borne diseases: Circular directives

India Today

The Delhi government has issued a directive to state-run schools to create awareness among students about vector-borne diseases, as the season of such diseases, including dengue, chikungunya, and malaria, has already started. The circular, issued on Tuesday, aims to prevent the outbreak of these diseases by controlling mosquito breeding and raising awareness among students. All heads of government, government-aided, and …

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2 years, 4 months ago

Karnataka Health Department calls for preventive measures to check spread of dengue

The Hindu

Concerned over the rapid spurt in dengue and chikungunya cases in the State, especially in urban areas, Principal Secretary T.K. Anil Kumar has written to the Urban Development Department, BBMP, heads of all urban local bodies, zilla panchayat CEOs, and all district health officials seeking their cooperation in controlling the spread of the vector-borne diseases. In a letter addressed to …

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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 …

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3 years, 3 months ago

SDMC Issues 75 Notices, 21 Challans to Offices of Govt Departments Over Mosquito Breeding

News 18

The SDMC has found mosquito breeding on the premises on 119 offices of different government departments in the national capital and issued notices and challans to them, an official said on Sunday. South Delhi Municipal Corporation officials said 75 notices and 21 challans were issued to these offices as part of a massive drive to detect mosquito breeding for prevention …

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3 years, 3 months ago

Here's how you can use mosquito killers to prevent malaria

India Today

An insect repellent or mosquito killer helps you to protect yourself from mosquitoes that spread malaria and other diseases including dengue, chikungunya, zika and yellow fever. However, there are several preventive measures, including the use of mosquito killers or insect repellents which can help you to prevent malaria. Therefore, you must use only those insect repellents that are registered by …

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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 …

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3 years, 7 months ago

World Malaria Day 2021: Preventive Measures for Malaria You Can Follow by Staying Indoors

News 18

Malaria comes as a life-threatening disease and is transmitted via the bites of mosquitoes that are infected by malarial parasites. World Malaria Day is celebrated every year on April 25 to endorse strategic efforts by authorities across the globe to curb the disease. The World Health Organisation actively urges nations not to halt the planning or implementation of mosquito control …

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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

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

235 notices sent to educational institutes over mosquito breeding: MCD

Monsoon woes: DMHO calls for vigil against seasonal diseases

Viral fever spreading fast; expert tips to keep seasonal infections at bay

Tamil Nadu Public Health Act invoked for dengue control

Hot weather can make dengue virus more virulent, says study

How to prevent getting dengue at workplace; tips to follow

Delhi govt directs schools to create awareness about vector-borne diseases: Circular directives

Karnataka Health Department calls for preventive measures to check spread of dengue

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

SDMC Issues 75 Notices, 21 Challans to Offices of Govt Departments Over Mosquito Breeding

Here's how you can use mosquito killers to prevent malaria

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

World Malaria Day 2021: Preventive Measures for Malaria You Can Follow by Staying Indoors