World Malaria Day 2024: Uncomplicated vs Severe Malaria - All You Need To Know About Symptoms And Treatment
Malaria is an infection caused by a plasmodium parasite and does not spread from person to person. It spreads to humans by infected female Anopheles mosquitoes' bite. Treatment of malaria depends on the severity but early intervention is key, especially for severe malaria.
Apr 25, 2024, 10:26 AM IST
Can Soap Help Fight Malaria-Carrying Mosquitoes? Here’s What Study Reveals
Malaria is a devastating mosquito-borne disease that is prevalent in sub-Saharan Africa, Asia and Latin America, causing fever, fatigue, headaches and chills; the disease can be fatal.
Nov 27, 2023, 15:25 PM IST
Mosquito Protection: 5 Lethal Vector-Borne Diseases In India, Ways To Protect
Millions of people worldwide are affected by a number of diseases that mosquitoes spread. Here is a list of common diseases brought about by mosquitoes to be aware of.
Aug 27, 2023, 17:11 PM IST
Monsoon Health Tips: Dengue, Flu And Water-Borne Diseases On The Rise, Check Expert's Advice
With the early onset of monsoon, the national capital is seeing a wave of rising dengue, flu, water-borne diseases and gastroenteritis disease, said doctors here on Tuesday.
Jul 11, 2023, 19:58 PM IST
Monsoon Infections: 6 Common Health Diseases During Rainy Days - Expert Explains
Dr Mukesh Mehra, Director - Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Patparganj shares six common infections/diseases during the monsoon, along with their causes and preventive measures.
Jul 07, 2023, 18:34 PM IST
Traditional Medicinal Plants May Help Fight Drug-Resistant Malaria: Study
The study reveals the importance of investigating and protecting plants used in traditional medicines, especially those from harsher climates impacted by climate change.
May 12, 2023, 20:42 PM IST
World Malaria Day: Malaria Vs Covid-19 Vs H3N2 Influenza - How To Differentiate, Check Symptoms
World Malaria Day is observed on April 25 every year. At a time when Covid-19 is once again spiking in the country, and a number of H3N2 Influenza cases are also being reported, let's find out how one can tell the difference and seek treatment accordingly.
Apr 25, 2023, 11:20 AM IST
DNA : Revolutionary experiment to tackle dengue and malaria spread
Today in DNA, know about the experiment which can prove to be revolutionary to tackle dengue and malaria disease spread by Aedes mosquitoes.
Jul 13, 2022, 01:02 AM IST
Delhi reels under dengue outbreak as total cases surpass 5000
Nearly 2,570 fresh cases of the vector-borne disease were logged in the city in the last one week. However, no fresh fatality was reported.
Nov 15, 2021, 16:53 PM IST
Bengal Governor Jagdeep Dhankhar admitted to AIIMS after contracting malaria
Dhankhar tested positive for malaria on Sunday. He had reached Delhi on Friday and underwent blood test on Saturday.
Oct 25, 2021, 18:59 PM IST
WHO gives historic go-ahead for malaria vaccine to protect children in Africa
"This is a vaccine developed in Africa by African scientists and we`re very proud," said WHO director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus.
Oct 07, 2021, 07:58 AM IST
Noida on ALERT! 13 dengue cases reported as Uttar Pradesh continues to battle outbreak
Several areas of Uttar Pradesh like Meerut and Firozabad have been dealing with outbreak of dengue and viral fever for the past few weeks, that have claimed lives, including those of children
Sep 18, 2021, 13:14 PM IST
Exclusive: Your body symptoms can tell if you have COVID-19, Dengue or Malaria? Expert explains
COVID-19, Dengue and Malaria have similar symptoms like fever, sore throat, chills, body ache, extreme fatigue, headache, gastrointestinal issues, making it hard to distinguish one from the other.
Sep 09, 2021, 13:39 PM IST
Dengue, malaria symptoms different this time, these patients must undergo COVID-19 test: Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray
Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray said that easing of coronavirus curbs will depend on the availability of oxygen and it was "up to the people to prevent or invite a 'third wave' of the pandemic".
Sep 05, 2021, 15:32 PM IST
UP CM Yogi Adityanath directs special teams to check viral fever cases in state
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has instructed state officials to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
Aug 30, 2021, 14:32 PM IST
Noida on alert as reports surface about deaths due to 'viral fever' in western UP
"In view of the season of vector-borne diseases and deaths in Mathura district due to the fever, an alert has been raised in Gautam Buddh Nagar district," Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr Sunil Sharma said.
Aug 27, 2021, 14:04 PM IST
A guide to steer clear of monsoon diseases
Unfortunately, the monsoon also lowers our immunity and brings with it a bevvy of diseases and dangers to our health. One needs to prepare in advance to be able to avoid these.
Jul 20, 2021, 16:22 PM IST
