Mosquito borne diseases

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

Dengue Virus ‘Evolved Dramatically’ In India, Researchers Stresses On Urgent Need For Vaccine: Study

Dengue cases have steadily increased in the last 50 years, predominantly in the South-East Asian countries, yet, there are no approved vaccines against dengue in India. 

May 02, 2023, 15:15 PM IST

Here are a few tips to maintain a healthy body this monsoon season

The monsoon results in water-borne diseases or backs the life cycle of organisms which may cause fatal diseases. One can stay away from these illnesses by keeping proper sanitization and cleanliness.

Jun 30, 2021, 17:10 PM IST

This new drug could make your blood kill mosquito

A team of researchers have discovered a new drug that could make our blood kill the mosquito. 

Apr 03, 2018, 14:09 PM IST

We are not gods, says Supreme Court, dismisses plea to abolish mosquitoes

The Supreme Court on Friday expressed its helplessness when a petitioner sought the apex court's directions to "abolish" mosquitoes from the country. The apex court said: "What you are asking us to do, only God can do. Do not ask us to do things which only the God can do. We are not Gods." 

Sep 23, 2017, 10:55 AM IST