Tripura Attributes Dengue Case Surge To Bangladesh, Starts Screening At Border Checkposts

[ad_1] New Delhi: Amid a surge in dengue cases in Tripura over the last few days, the government stepped up precautionary measures, including special screenings at immigration checkposts along the Bangladesh border, news agency PTI reported. The state has reported 92 cases in the last few days, with most of them from Sepahijala district along … Read more

Dengue Cases Rise To 56 Last Week Taking The Tally To Over 240

[ad_1] Dengue cases are on a rise as 56 fresh cases were reported last week in Delhi alone. Meanwhile, 11 cases of Malaria were reported in the same time period, however, there have been no recorded cases of Chikungunya in the national capital for the third consecutive week, according to the data provided by the … Read more

Preventing Vector-Borne, Gastrointestinal Illnesses During Monsoon — Strategies And Treatment

[ad_1] By Dr Rajkumar The monsoon season indeed brings relief from the scorching heat but also ushers in an increased risk of vector-borne diseases. The combination of heavy rainfall, moist environment, waterlogging, and inadequate sanitation infrastructure creates favourable conditions for the spread of diseases. Contaminated water sources, improper food handling, and poor hygiene practices contribute … Read more

Delhi Reports 27 Dengue Cases In A Week Amid Floods, Waterlogging. Mayor Inspects Hospitals

[ad_1] Amid flooding and waterlogging in Delhi, the national capital has reported 27 cases of Dengue in one week ending on July 15. A total of 163 cases of the mosquito-borne disease have been reported so far this year, as per an ANI report. In view of possible rising water-borne disease in the national capital, … Read more

The Science Of Health: Arbovirus Diseases, Sleeping Sickness – Insect-Borne Illnesses

[ad_1] The Science Of Health: Welcome back to “The Science Of Health“, ABP Live’s weekly health column. Last week, we discussed how egg freezing is performed, what its risks are, and how much it costs in India. This week, we discuss the different kinds of diseases caused by insects and arachnids. Since it is monsoon … Read more

Union Health Minister Ask States To Review Preparedness To Deal With Vector-Borne Diseases

[ad_1] New Delhi: With the onset of monsoon, Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya urged states to review their preparedness to deal with vector-borne diseases such as malaria, dengue and chikungunya. He also asked them to raise awareness among communities for the prevention and control of such diseases anticipating the health requirements. Mandaviya virtually interacted with … Read more