In recent weeks, cases of dengue and chikungunya have been steadily increasing. Both diseases are spread by the bite of the Aedes mosquito, which breeds in stagnant water. Early symptoms include fever, body pain, joint pain, rashes, and fatigue. Timely medical attention is crucial to avoid complications.
Precautions you can take:
Do not allow water to stagnate around your home.
Use mosquito nets, repellents, and wear full-sleeved clothes.
Keep windows and doors screened.
Change stored water in containers, coolers, and pots regularly.
Seek medical care immediately if you develop high fever with pain or rashes.
Prevention is always better than cure. Small daily steps can protect us and our community from these mosquito-borne illnesses.
Are you taking any special measures this season to keep mosquitoes away?
MBH/PS