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Doctors Warn Dengue and Malaria Risks Continue Beyond Monsoon

Mosquitoes can spread diseases such as dengue, malaria and chikungunya throughout the year.

Doctors say these illnesses are not limited to the rainy season.

Warmer temperatures, irregular rain and standing water can help mosquitoes breed for longer.

Small amounts of water in containers, coolers or flowerpots may be enough for breeding.

Fever, headache, body pain and weakness can happen with several mosquito-borne diseases.

People should seek medical attention for warning signs such as repeated vomiting, unusual bleeding or breathing trouble.

In dengue, a lower fever does not always mean the person is getting better.

Removing standing water and preventing mosquito bites can help reduce the risk.

Key facts

Diseases mentioned: Dengue, malaria and chikungunya
Risk period: Mosquito-borne disease risk can continue beyond the monsoon and throughout the year.
Breeding sites: Coolers, flowerpots, open containers, construction sites and terraces with stagnant water
Possible symptoms: Fever, headache, body pain, weakness, nausea and vomiting
Warning signs: Persistent fever, repeated vomiting, abdominal pain, unusual bleeding, excessive weakness, drowsiness or breathing difficulty
Dengue critical phase: Complications can develop around days three to seven, often when the fever settles.
Prevention: Remove stagnant water, cover water containers and use measures to prevent mosquito bites.

deccanchronicle.com · 1 week ago