Last Updated:September 12, 2025, 17:36 IST Union Health Ministry has asked all state Chief Ministers to remain alert and prepare an action plan within 20 days. Here’s what prompted the alert The Union Health Ministry has urged local bodies to remain vigilant and prepared at both administrative and personal levels. Heavy rains across the country…
Last Updated:August 31, 2025, 12:14 IST The challenge lies in the fact that malaria, dengue, and flu can initially present similar symptoms. However, each illness requires a distinct treatment plan. Monsoon increases the risk of viral, waterborne, and mosquito-borne illnesses. With the rains come relief from summer heat, but also a surge in seasonal illnesses….
Last Updated:August 20, 2025, 12:32 IST What feels like a simple mosquito bite could be the start of a serious infection. Doctors order multiple tests not as overcaution but to safeguard against life-threatening diseases A mosquito bite may seem harmless, but doctors order multiple tests to rule out dengue, malaria, Zika, chikungunya, and severe allergic…
Last Updated:August 19, 2025, 19:15 IST Dengue can resemble a regular viral fever, making it challenging to differentiate. However, the distinguishing markers are more persistent and severe. Early detection and medical advice are crucial for effective dengue management. With every monsoon, several parts of India brace for a spike in viral fevers, particularly dengue. While…
Last Updated:August 14, 2025, 22:02 IST In the fight against dengue, accurate information is as important as medical care because prevention begins with knowledge. Dengue fever is caused by the bite of mosquitoes carrying the dengue virus (DENV) and is transmitted primarily by Aedes aegypti and, to a lesser extent, Aedes albopictus mosquitoes Hospitals have…
Last Updated:July 16, 2025, 10:21 IST With waterlogging, fluctuating temperatures, and increased mosquito breeding, the risk of infections like dengue, chikungunya, malaria, typhoid, and viral fever becomes high. Not all fevers are the same and understanding the subtle differences can help in early intervention. As the monsoon rolls in, it brings cooler breezes and much-needed…
Last Updated:July 05, 2025, 16:59 IST With their developing immunity, children are more prone to illnesses and infections during the rainy season. An expert shares how parents can protect their kids this monsoon. Parents should focus on hygiene, clean water, and preventing mosquito bites. The monsoon season offers welcome relief from the scorching summer, but…
With the onset of early monsoon showers in Mumbai, there has been a spike in waterborne diseases in the city. Amid the surge, Bollywood actor Emraan Hashmi tested positive for dengue on Wednesday. The actor who was last seen in the film ‘Ground Zero’ is currently shooting for his next movie with Pawan Kalyan and…
