03 Jul, 2024

Monsoon Menace: 5 Waterborne Diseases to Watch Out For

Dengue: Dengue is brought on by tiger mosquitoes.


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Symptoms include high fever, a low platelet count, rashes, and hypersensitivity. Use insect repellents and mosquito-repelling plants like citronella for the prevention of Dengue.


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Malaria: Malaria is instigated by the female anopheles mosquito, which breeds in waterlogged areas.


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Symptoms include High fever, weakness, chills, and fever. Cleaning your home's water tank frequently and maintaining a clean environment are some ways to fight Malaria.


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Cholera: Cholera is brought on by consuming contaminated food and drink.


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Symptoms include low blood pressure, muscle cramps and loose stools. Drinking boiled water and not taking cleanliness casually are some of the preventions.


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Typhoid: Typhoid is a water-borne illness and is carried on by S. Typhi bacteria.


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Symptoms include fever, headache, weakness, discomfort, and sore throat. Avoid consuming contaminated beverages and clean your hands before eating.


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Viral Fever: Viral fever duration could persist for three to seven days.


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Symptoms include fever, fatigue, dizziness and body pain. Stay hydrated, limit your intake of outside food and avoid contacting affected persons.


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