WHO Alert: Chikungunya Virus Back After 20 Years, 560 Crore People At Risk | Prevention Tips

Last Updated:July 23, 2025, 14:32 IST Chikungunya resurfaces after 2 decades, with WHO warning millions across Asia and Europe now being at risk Chikungunya is primarily spread by Aedes mosquitoes, which are active during daylight hours and also transmit diseases such as dengue and Zika. (AI Generated/ News18 Hindi) In 2005, Chikungunya wreaked havoc across…

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Dengue Safety Tips: Safe and Responsible Ways to Use Mosquito Repellents

Last Updated:June 02, 2025, 18:10 IST Dengue Safety Tips: Safe and Responsible Ways to Use Mosquito Repellents Stick to repellents that are approved by the Central Insecticide Board and Registration Committee (CIBRC). Mosquito-borne diseases like dengue, chikungunya, and malaria continue to pose serious health risks especially for young children whose immune systems are still developing….

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