HEALTH NEWS
Tips to protect yourself from rising Dengue cases
While India is still battling with Covid-19, Dengue cases are on the rise. The mosquito-borne disease is spreading very rapidly in the country.
Symptoms of dengue usually begin four to six days after the infection. Sudden high fever, headaches, joint pain, pain behind the eyes, vomiting and rash are common symptoms of dengue.
So, we bought the tips to protect yourself from the rising cases of Dengue.
- Remove the artificial man-made spots that promote the breeding of mosquitoes.
- Dispose solid waste
- Cover all the containers
- Avoid collecting waster
- Clean water storage container regularly
- Reduce skin exposure to mosquitoes
- Use mosquito repellents such as sprays, creams and nets.
- Use mosquito nets when not sleeping in an air-conditioned room