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Dengue In 2025: Why Cases Got More Severe This Year, And What Surge Data Shows

Dec 10, 2025 10:55 IST

Till August 2025, India had recorded 49,573 dengue cases and 42 deaths. Although many cases go unreported and the numbers were around 2-2.25 lakhs.
Mosquito Myths That Need To Buzz Off: What Really Spreads Dengue And Malaria

Dec 6, 2025 12:31 IST

Many myths about mosquitoes persist. Some hold a grain of truth, others are outdated or plain wrong.
Climate Change Turning India Into A Dengue Hotspot, Experts Tell NDTV

Dec 5, 2025 06:03 IST

As India accounts for one-third of global dengue cases, medical experts speaking to NDTV warn that the country needs urgent interventions, stronger public awareness, and a coordinated national response.
Brazil Approves World's First Single-Dose Dengue Vaccine

Nov 27, 2025 08:59 IST

Brazilian authorities on Wednesday approved the world's first single-dose dengue vaccine, which they hailed as a "historic" achievement as cases of the mosquito-borne disease soar.
Do Dengue And Malaria Rise In Winter? Delhi NCR Trends, Causes And Prevention

Nov 25, 2025 02:21 IST

Dengue and malaria normally peak after monsoon, but Delhi-NCR data show continued cases into late autumn and early winter some years.
Is Poor Air Quality Making Dengue Recovery Harder? Punjab Doctors Raise Alarm

Nov 10, 2025 12:34 IST

Doctors in Punjab report that adults hospitalised with dengue fever are recovering slower amid severely poor air quality.
129 More Test Positive For Dengue In Manipur, Case Tally Rises To 3,594 This Year

Oct 31, 2025 10:19 IST

Imphal, Oct 30 (IANS) At least 129 more people tested positive for dengue, taking the total number of vector-borne cases to 3,594 this year, officials said on Thursday.
Dengue Prevention: How Citronella Oil Can Help Protect Your Family

Oct 17, 2025 04:21 IST

Learn how natural citronella oil acts as a powerful mosquito repellent to safeguard your family.
Dengue Cases Continue To Rise In Parts Of Delhi NCR Despite Monsoon End

Oct 16, 2025 03:51 IST

Learn about how Dengue cases are rising in the capital and its surrounding regions and learn how to safeguard yourself
Dengue Fever: More Than 45,000 Cases Reported In India; How To Stay Safe

Sep 16, 2025 02:07 IST

Dengue is a viral infection transmitted primarily by Aedes mosquitoes. It is prevalent in tropical and subtropical regions around the world.
Dengue Spike In Mumbai, Kolkata, Other Cities: What's Driving It & How To Stay Safe

Aug 21, 2025 04:19 IST

Several Indian cities, including Mumbai, Lucknow, Nagpur and Kolkata, are reporting a monsoon-season rise in dengue cases. Here's why cases are rising, and practical, science-backed ways to protect your family.
World Mosquito Day 2025: Diseases Beyond Malaria Indians Must Watch Out For

Aug 20, 2025 01:44 IST

Mosquitoes spread far more than malaria. In India, dengue, chikungunya, Japanese encephalitis, lymphatic filariasis, Zika and West Nile virus also cause illness and economic loss.
Dengue On Rise: Stay Safe This Monsoon With These 6 Essential Precautions

Jul 30, 2025 05:36 IST

Increased humidity provides optimal conditions for mosquitoes to breed and survive.
National Dengue Day 2025: Follow These Tips To Stay Safe This Monsoon

May 16, 2025 06:01 IST

The theme for National Dengue Day 2025 is 'Act Early, Prevent Dengue: Clean Surroundings, Healthy Living.'
8 Tips To Recover From Dengue Infection

May 9, 2025 01:28 IST

These eight practical tips below can guide you in regaining your health effectively.
Dengue Cases Rising In Karnataka, Add These Foods To Your Diet Today For Better Health

May 5, 2025 02:12 IST

Read on as we list foods you must add to your diet if you want to stay healthy during dengue season.
CDC Issues Dengue Fever Warning: Know Symptoms And Ways To Lower Your Risk

Mar 24, 2025 05:34 IST

CDC has also mentioned that these numbers are expected to rise throughout the year.
As Summer Approaches, Your Risk Of Dengue & Chikungunya Increases; Here's How To Stay Safe

Mar 17, 2025 01:26 IST

Taking proper precautions can significantly reduce the risk of infections, keep reading as we share some tips.
Prevention Tips For Dengue: Can Early Intervention Prevent Long-Term Health Risks?

Nov 13, 2024 10:00 IST

This article explores practical tips for dengue prevention and the ways early action can help prevent serious, long-term health consequences.
Can Dengue Cause Death? Understanding The Severe Risks Of Dengue Fever

Nov 5, 2024 04:51 IST

Understanding the warning signs and complications is crucial to prevent fatalities, particularly during dengue outbreaks.
Long Term Health Risks Of Dengue

Sep 2, 2024 06:41 IST

Awareness and early intervention are critical in managing the severity of these long-term effects, emphasising the importance of preventive measures in dengue-prone areas.
Reduce Your Risk Of Dengue This Monsoon By Following These Precautionary Tips

Jul 5, 2024 07:37 IST

Here we share a list of effective precautionary tips you should follow to reduce risk of dengue.
National Dengue Day 2024: Add These 10 Superfoods To Your Diet For A Speedy Recovery

May 16, 2024 11:26 IST

National Dengue Day 2024: Dengue is a serious medical problem and medical help must be sought immediately.
National Dengue Day 2024: Here Are The Signs, Symptoms And Complications Of Severe Dengue

May 16, 2024 10:50 IST

National Dengue Day 2024: Severe dengue is a serious medical emergency. It can lead to shock, internal bleeding, organ failure and even death.
Dengue: Foods To Eat When Recovering From Dengue Fever

Sep 14, 2023 12:10 IST

Dengue fever: A healthy diet can help you recover well from dengue fever. Here's a list of foods and drinks that can aid in fast recovery.
National Dengue Day 2023: Top 10 Facts About Dengue You Need To Know

May 16, 2023 10:18 IST

National Dengue Day 2023: Incidence of dengue is extremely high in India. To prevent the vector-borne infection, you must stay away from places where mosquitoes can easily breed.
World Mosquito Day 2022: Date, Significance, How To Prevent Mosquito Bites?

Aug 20, 2022 10:48 IST

The day aims at spreading awareness about the different diseases that can be caused by mosquitoes.
Some Natural, Most Effective Ways To Keep Mosquitoes Away And Prevent Dengue, Malaria

Aug 18, 2022 11:48 IST

Mosquitoes: Preventing mosquito bites is one of the most effective ways to keep diseases like dengue, malaria and chikungunya away. Read here to know some effective tips by lifestyle coach Luke Coutinho on how to prevent mosquito breeding.
National Dengue Day 2022: Date, Significance And Important Facts

May 16, 2022 03:52 IST

Dengue cases peak during monsoon as the accumulated rainwater gives a perfect breeding ground for mosquitoes.
Some Simple Diet Tips For Preventing Dengue And Boosting Recovery By Rujuta Diwekar

Nov 22, 2021 08:31 IST

Dengue infection is painful and may cause symptoms like sudden and high fever, pain behind the eyes, fatigue, vomiting, mild bleeding of gums or nose, pain behind the eyes and even skin rashes.
Serotype-2 Dengue: Is It More Dangerous? Follow These Precautions To Stay Safe

Nov 22, 2021 08:31 IST

Dengue is a mosquito-borne viral disease that can lead to fever, muscle and joint pain, fatigue and rashes. It is transmitted by female mosquitoes mainly, Aedes aegypti.
Natural Mosquito Repellents: These Oils Can Protect You From Mosquito Bites

Sep 19, 2019 08:51 IST

With the rise in mosquito-borne diseases, you might be looking for ways to prevent yourself from mosquito bites. Here are some natural mosquito repellents which you can use to reduce your risk of dengue, chikungunya and malaria.
Mosquito-Borne Diseases Set To Flourish As Climate Gets Warmer

Apr 16, 2019 04:24 IST

Spurred on by climate change, international travel, and trade, vector-borne disease outbreaks are set to increase across much of Europe over the next few decades -- and not just in the temperate countries around the Mediterranean.
Vaccine For Dengue To Be Ready By 2020

Dec 21, 2017 01:14 IST

Ashwini Kumar Choubey, Minister of State for Health told Rajya Sabha that the first phase of clinical trials for one of these vaccines for dengue is scheduled for 2020. Several other global vaccines for dengue are in the making.
Dengue Cases Hit 9,169-Mark Even As The Season Of Vector-Borne Diseases Are Coming To An End

Dec 12, 2017 01:16 IST

With 96 more cases of dengue reported last week, dengue has crossed the 9,169 mark this year.
Hospital Charges Rs 18 Lakh For A 15-Day Treatment, Girl Succumbs To Dengue

Nov 21, 2017 12:35 IST

The hospital charged them even for the gloves that they used.
New Dengue Variant Identified By Scientists In Southern India

Nov 1, 2017 01:45 IST

This new genetic variant lead to an outbreak of dengue in Tamil Nadu and Kerala in 2012 and 2013 respectively.
Dengue Explosion: 650 New Cases Reported; Some Lesser Known Facts About Dengue

Oct 24, 2017 06:12 IST

Delhi witnesses 650 new cases of dengue in just one week, toll reaches an alarming 5870 mark. Take a look at the top unknown facts about dengue.
Dengue Explosion: Pediatric Cases On The Rise In Tamil Nadu

Oct 17, 2017 03:40 IST

Where overall number of dengue cases and people suspiciously affected with fever are on the rise, a chunk of the patients are children.
Dengue Cases Climb To 680 In Chandigarh: Here Are Some Tips To Prevent Dengue

Oct 6, 2017 11:29 IST

After five fresh cases of dengue were reported on Thursday in the city, the total number of dengue cases in Chandigarh has gone up to 680. Though the number is quite high in itself, but relatively from last year, the hike has not been too much. But the bad news is that with extended summers this time, dengue has started to spread quite early and is very much expected ...