7 Dengue prevention tips that every Indian family should start following now

With Dengue cases on the rise, it is important to understand how this disease can be prevented by following simple tips. Since more and more people are getting affected by it Dengue prevention measures should be a priority in every Indian home.

Here are 7 simple but effective Dengue prevention tips that every family in the country should start following from now on.

Using mosquito repellent

There are different types of mosquito repellents. You can use creams, mosquito patches, repellent bands, or mosquito wipes. Depending upon what suits you the most you can use these options and protect yourself from the bites of Dengue-causing mosquitoes.

Protective clothing

At the onset of mosquito season or when the viral diseases are high you must sleep with windows covered with mosquito net in rooms that have air-conditioning. Wearing long-sleeved clothes and long pants is also advisable so that most of your skin is covered. Light-coloured clothes are supposed to repel mosquitoes so you can wear such clothes.

Keep surroundings clean

Mosquitoes often breed rapidly in stagnant pools and places that are full of grime and dirt. You can avoid the spread of Dengue by keeping your surroundings clean and ensuring that there is no collection of filth, dirty unclean floors, or unwashed dishes. A clean home helps in keeping you away from many infections.

Use mosquito repellents

Using mosquito repellents and other cleaning solutions while cleaning the homes prevents dengue mosquitoes from entering your premises. From electronic vaporizers to using lemongrass or citronella in floor-cleaning water you can try different types of high-quality insect repellents for keeping dengue mosquitoes away.

Well-lit homes

Mosquitoes usually thrive and breed in dark, wet, small places. Make sure that your rooms are well-lit and the rays of the sun come inside your homes. Covering doors and windows with mosquito screens is also a good idea.

Avoid smells

Mosquitoes are attracted to sweet scenes and perfume or even sweat. To avoid entry of dengue mosquitoes inside your home shower frequently and use unscented cosmetics and creams.

Stay informed

Dengue fever is caused due to the virus that is present in the saliva of the mosquitoes. When this saliva gets passed on to a person after a mosquito bite the virus too gets transmitted in his body which further travels inside the blood and leads to viraemia. And that is how Dengue fever is caused.

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(Disclaimer: This piece of article is for basic information purposes only. It's always advisable to consult a doctor for any type of health issue.)