'Dengue, chikungunya need close attention in India'
Though India was not at risk of an Ebola outbreak, there have been many such outbreaks in the past, including bird flu and swine flu, Piot, co-discoverer of the Ebola virus and Director, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM), said during his lecture at the Indian Institute of Public Health-Hyderabad (IIPH-H) in Hyderabad on Sunday night.
Oct 10, 2016, 15:17 PM IST
SC unhappy over Delhi meet on chikungunya, dengue; LG Najeeb Jung holds another meet
After being pulled up by the Supreme Court, Delhi Lt. Governor Najeeb Jung held a second meeting at Raj Niwas on Thursday with Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia, Health Minister Satyendar Jain and several senior officers to review the situation related to spread of vector-borne diseases in Delhi.
Oct 06, 2016, 23:24 PM IST
'Surgical strike' needed on dengue, chikungunya: Expert
During a chikungunya or dengue virus outbreak, aggressive vector management and personal protection activities are required to effectively reduce mosquito density and prevent mosquitoes from feeding on infected people.
Oct 06, 2016, 10:27 AM IST
SC imposes Rs 25,000 cost on Delhi Health Minister
The Supreme Court on Monday imposed a cost of Rs 25,000 on Delhi government Health Minister Satyendra Jain for failing to file an affidavit naming the officials allegedly not co-operating in the efforts to contain the chikungunya and dengue virus.
Oct 03, 2016, 13:37 PM IST
Chikungunya can affect your eyes too, says expert
By now every must be aware that Chikungunya is caused by a virus which harbors in ‘Aedes’ mosquito which essentially breeds in artificial containers with fresh water such as cooler tanks, flower vases, water tanks and others and bites during the day.
Oct 02, 2016, 16:41 PM IST
Grow plants to deter mosquitoes: Expert
Growing pest-repelling plants and herbs inside homes can help in warding off the threat of mosquito-borne diseases like chikungunya, dengue and malaria in the city, say experts.
Oct 02, 2016, 00:42 AM IST
Give names of officials who are no cooperating: SC to AAP govt
"You have made a serious allegation in your affidavit. Who are the officials disobeying you?” asks SC.
Sep 30, 2016, 19:33 PM IST
One-day special session of Delhi Assembly to be held today
A one-day special session of the Delhi Assembly is being held on Friday, where the session is expected to discuss the current issues including measures to deal with Chikungunya and dengue.
Sep 30, 2016, 09:02 AM IST
Want to treat skin rashes caused due to chikungunya? Try these natural remedies!
Nowadays, chikungunya is on the rise and many people are suffering from this life-threatening vector-borne disease.
Sep 28, 2016, 20:13 PM IST
Delhi govt's job to ensure city is disease free: Centre to Supreme Court
The Centre on Monday told the Supreme Court that it was the duty of Delhi government to ensure that the national capital remained clean and free from diseases like chikungunya and dengue.
Sep 26, 2016, 20:31 PM IST
Step up cleanliness efforts, L-G Najeeb Jung tells Delhi govt, local bodies
Lt. Governor Najeeb Jung on Monday held a meeting at Raj Niwas to discuss issues related to cleanliness in Delhi, keeping in view the rising cases of chikungunya, dengue, and malaria.
Sep 26, 2016, 18:29 PM IST
Mosquito breeding: Sushmita Sen served notice by BMC
Bollywood actress Sushmita Sen has reportedly been served a notice by Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). According to ANI, some mosquito breeding spots were found at her house in Khar.
Sep 26, 2016, 16:15 PM IST
Kejriwal govt starts month-long fogging drive amid dengue, chikungunya outbreak in Delhi
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Health Minister Satyendar Jain on Thursday initiated a special fogging drive to prevent the spread of dengue and chikungunya.
Sep 22, 2016, 15:53 PM IST
Chikungunya menace in Delhi: SC to hear PIL on September 26
A public interest litigation (PIL) was filed in the Supreme Court on Wednesday against the Delhi government over its inability to control the spread of chikungunya, dengue, and malaria.
Sep 21, 2016, 13:31 PM IST
Chikungunya strikes Team India, Ishant Sharma to miss Kanpur Test
Despite Ishant's absence, the team management hasn't requested for a replacement.
Sep 20, 2016, 16:34 PM IST
Chikungunya in Delhi: Drug firm Zydus Cadila announces partnership with Takeda for vaccine!
According to the latest figures, 1,568 cases of chikungunya were reported in just one week till September 17 – an increase of nearly 150 percent over the preceding week.
Sep 20, 2016, 13:12 PM IST
Soldiers killed in Uri attack deserve biopic more than any cricketer: Gautam Gambhir
The Delhi batsman also reminded the fact that while soldiers work on meagre salaries, disproportionate money is spent on cricketers.
Sep 19, 2016, 13:19 PM IST
Ink attack on Delhi Deputy CM Manish Sisodia outside LG's house
Lt Governor Najeeb Jung had on September 16 asked Manish Sisodia to cut short his trip to Finland and immediately return to Delhi.
Sep 19, 2016, 12:50 PM IST
Chikungunya, dengue loom large over travel, tourism sector
The chikungunya and dengue outbreak in the national capital has begun to impact travel and tourism sector ahead of the holiday season.
Sep 18, 2016, 14:12 PM IST
Delhi govt panel 'rules out' chikungunya as primary cause of deaths
Hospitals in the city have reported at least 15 deaths this season due to complications triggered by chikungunya which has also affected over 1,700 people in Delhi.
Sep 17, 2016, 22:45 PM IST
