5 Tips to Protect Yourself from Dengue this Monsoon

With the onset of monsoon, it is no wrong to say that we get a sigh of relief from the blazing heat but we also get trapped in the threat of getting various viral, bacterial and vector-borne infections. As the rainy season sets in, the mosquitoes find their perfect breeding ground and the chances of getting diseases like dengue and malaria rise. Dengue is a mosquito-borne viral infection and is transmitted through the bite of the female mosquito (Aedes aegypti). It shows severe flu-like symptoms and, sometimes, possibly causes severe dengue. The most common symptoms of dengue fever are nausea, vomiting, rash, loss of appetite, fatigue, aches and pains (eye pain, typically behind the eyes, muscle, joint, or bone pain).

Proper precautionary measures during the season of monsoon are extremely vital to safeguard your health from such diseases. Here we bring you 5 tips that assist you in shielding your health during the monsoon and save you from the monsoon related health glitches.

• First things first, make sure to keep your surroundings clean and clean all the stagnant water to decrease the breeding areas for mosquitoes.
• Make sure to deeply clean and cover the water storage containers of your home and also empty the water-filled vessels or flasks nearby your surroundings.
• Make sure that you keep your body covered and use mosquito repellents on your body to shield yourself from mosquito bites. You can also use mosquito nets while sleeping. Usage of insect sprays in the evening is also a great way to keep the mosquitoes at bay.
• Build up your immunity by consuming a well-balanced diet consisting of all food groups and nutrients. Vitamin C is essential to boost immunity. Consume good amounts of all kinds of fruits, especially citrus fruits like kiwi, oranges and berries.
• Close the door and windows of your home before sunset and ensure that your windows are free of any holes. Mosquito repellent coils can also be added to nearby doors or windows for effective results.

Footnote

Along with following the above-written pointers, make sure that you follow a nutritious and well-balanced diet to keep yourself in fine fettle. Also, use mosquito repellents and wear fully covered clothes. Burn neem leaves or camphor to keep mosquitoes at a bay. If you are feeling any distress or uneasiness, then do not depend on home remedies and do consult a doctor.