Protecting Kids from Dengue & Malaria During Monsoon
People love the monsoon season the most. While it brings some relief from the scorching heat, it also serves as a playground for mosquitoes, setting the stage for diseases such as dengue and malaria , both of which are transmitted by these insects. During this season, water collects in puddles, containers, and clogged drains, which further accelerates the breeding of mosquitoes, turning our neighborhoods into hotspots of infection. Hence, it becomes all the more important to protect yourself and your loved ones during this time. It is extremely crucial to take a little extra care of people with low immunity or children, for they are the ones who will be affected the most. Press enter or click to view image in full size Dengue vs Malaria Though both are mosquito-borne illneses, they’re quite different. The parasite that causes malaria is carried by the Anopheles mosquito, which bites during the night. Symptoms include fever, chills, nausea, and fatigue. If not treated in time, it ...