Dengue fever is a mosquito-borne viral disease that claims at least 10,000 victims every year. Caused by the dengue virus, it is transmitted through the bite of an infected Aedes mosquito. Most people infected have mild or no symptoms. About 1 in 4 people infected with dengue will get sick. Mild symptoms of dengue may …
Over the years, mosquitoes have gone from bothersome pests to feared disease-carriers and a worldwide concern. Responsible for over one million people die from mosquito-borne illnesses each year, they carry some of the most serious and sometimes fatal diseases including Zika virus, Malaria, Dengue, Yellow Fever, Japanese Encephalitis, and West Nile Virus. Mosquitoes are certainly …
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Watching your baby crawl or take its first steps is a joyous experience for every parent. But it is hard to gauge what your baby will get into once he’s crawling, walking or able to climb. This is where babyproofing comes in! Making a house baby-safe and ensuring that whatever he might try to open, …
Indian summers and monsoons are a tricky and sticky affair. The heat and humidity are unbearable, but letting the cool air in is not an option thanks to the overactive mosquitoes. What makes the over 3,500 species of mosquitoes even more harmful are the bacteria, viruses and parasites they transmit, thereby becoming carriers of life-threatening …
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As glad as we are about the respite the rains bring us from the terrible heat, there is no getting away from the pesky mosquitoes. Being surrounded by mosquitoes can be irritating and troublesome, not just because of their buzz, but also because of mosquito bites. What makes mosquitoes even more harmful are the bacteria, …
Indian summers and monsoons are a tricky and sticky affair. Especially with all the bugs and mosquitoes buzzing around, trying to find an opportunity to attack! What makes these hot nights unbearable is the fact that mosquitoes are most active once the sunsets. Lucky for you, we have curated a list of 5 easy ways …
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Babies are at a time of their lives when they are busy exploring the world around them. For parents to keep them busy and being prepared for any eventuality is of the utmost importance. Keeping the floors clean for any amount of crawling, making sure there are no sharp objects that look like play things …
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Mosquitoes have had a long and distinct history with the human race. Like human civilization it too has evolved and adapted causing many diseases, the deadliest of them being Malaria. From the Greeks to the Romans and Egyptian all ancient civilizations have dreaded this tiny killer. People have tried to find different methods to deal …
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The monsoon season is probably one of the most awaited seasons in a city like Delhi, as it brings with it a welcome breath of fresh air and some respite from the extreme temperatures. While existing research suggests that mosquitoes do have a weakness for the O positive blood group, it doesn’t mean these feisty …
With the monsoons around the corner, so is the onset of the most dreaded bloodsuckers (no we do not mean vampires) with the potential to make one very ill with just a single bite. Kids especially are the most vulnerable lot. Their innocent desires to play in the rain, jump in muddy puddles, float paper …
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