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Record Surge In Mosquito-Borne Diseases In Europe, Says Health Agency
Europe has registered a record number of outbreaks of mosquito-borne illnesses such as chikungunya and West Nile virus this year, the EU health agency said Wednesday, saying climate change was contributing to a "new normal".
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World Mosquito Day 2025: Diseases Beyond Malaria Indians Must Watch Out For
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.
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US Approves 1st Vaccine Against Chikungunya Virus
US health authorites on Thursday approved the world's first vaccine for chikungunya, a virus spread by infected mosquitoes.
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More Than 1,000 Killed In Worst Recorded Dengue Outbreak In Bangladesh
The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that dengue -- and other diseases caused by mosquito-borne viruses such as chikungunya, yellow fever and Zika -- are spreading faster and further due to climate change.
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Positive Results For Potential First Chikungunya Vaccine
French-Austrian drugmaker Valneva's vaccine candidate against chikungunya, a mosquito-borne virus that causes occasional outbreaks across the world, showed promising results in a large new trial, a study said on Tuesday.
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Chikungunya Diet: Best Foods For Better Recovery From Chikungunya
Chikungunya affects many each year. This virus is transmitted to the body by mosquitoes. Chikungunya also leads to joint which can last for one or two months. Some foods can help in fast recovery from chikungunya. Here are some foods which you can add to your diet along with the medications.
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This New Vaccine Shows Promise Against Widespread Chikungunya Disease
The vaccine is a live vaccine based on the measles virus vaccinal strain, which has been genetically modified to express the surface proteins of chikungunya.
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IIT Mandi Team Makes Progress In Chikungunya Treatment
The IIT Mandi research by Dr Rajanish Giri from School of Basic Sciences, and is aimed at understanding the structure and action of the Chikungunya Virus (CHIKV) through computational studies.
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Nano-Carbon: New India-Made Weapon Against Mosquitoes?
The female Aedes mosquitoes that spread dengue, chikungunya, and zika viruses, lay eggs in water bodies along the roadside and in decorative flower pots and vases in homes or offices.
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10 Facts You Need To Know About Zika Virus In India
The first two Zika virus outbreaks were reported in India in early 2017. Both these outbreaks were successfully contained through intensive surveillance and vector management. After a year, Zika virus has again hit the country, this time in Jaipur. At least 22 people have tested positive for Zika virus in the 'Pink City'. Zika virus infection is a...
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9 Cases Of Dengue In Delhi, Malaria And Chikungunya Cases Also Reported
At least nine cases of dengue have been reported in Delhi in the first two months this year, indicating early spread of the virus carrying the vector-borne disease in the national capital.
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80 Dengue Cases Reported In Chandigarh This Month
Doctors state that the breeding of dengue mosquitoes depends upon humidity and temperature.
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World Malaria Day: 6 Most Dangerous Diseases Transmitted By Mosquitoes
On World Malaria Day 2018 let's see why mosquitoes are considered as one of the most dangerous creatures on the planet because tend to spread many deadly diseases.
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2 Swine Flu Deaths In The Capital: Protect Yourself With These Home Remedies
There have been two deaths from the fatal virus, one at the Lok Nayak Hospital and the other at a private hospital. With dengue and chikungunya already on a rampage, the health crisis at the capital just got a lot more worse.
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Tips To Prevent Dengue: Dengue And Chikungunya On A Steady Rise
Nearly 150 cases of chikungunya have been reported in Delhi so far this year, with 9 of them being recorded this month, even as government authorities gear up to combat the outbreak of these two vector-borne diseases.
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Record Surge In Mosquito-Borne Diseases In Europe, Says Health Agency
Europe has registered a record number of outbreaks of mosquito-borne illnesses such as chikungunya and West Nile virus this year, the EU health agency said Wednesday, saying climate change was contributing to a "new normal".
-
World Mosquito Day 2025: Diseases Beyond Malaria Indians Must Watch Out For
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.
-
US Approves 1st Vaccine Against Chikungunya Virus
US health authorites on Thursday approved the world's first vaccine for chikungunya, a virus spread by infected mosquitoes.
-
More Than 1,000 Killed In Worst Recorded Dengue Outbreak In Bangladesh
The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that dengue -- and other diseases caused by mosquito-borne viruses such as chikungunya, yellow fever and Zika -- are spreading faster and further due to climate change.
-
Positive Results For Potential First Chikungunya Vaccine
French-Austrian drugmaker Valneva's vaccine candidate against chikungunya, a mosquito-borne virus that causes occasional outbreaks across the world, showed promising results in a large new trial, a study said on Tuesday.
-
Chikungunya Diet: Best Foods For Better Recovery From Chikungunya
Chikungunya affects many each year. This virus is transmitted to the body by mosquitoes. Chikungunya also leads to joint which can last for one or two months. Some foods can help in fast recovery from chikungunya. Here are some foods which you can add to your diet along with the medications.
-
This New Vaccine Shows Promise Against Widespread Chikungunya Disease
The vaccine is a live vaccine based on the measles virus vaccinal strain, which has been genetically modified to express the surface proteins of chikungunya.
-
IIT Mandi Team Makes Progress In Chikungunya Treatment
The IIT Mandi research by Dr Rajanish Giri from School of Basic Sciences, and is aimed at understanding the structure and action of the Chikungunya Virus (CHIKV) through computational studies.
-
Nano-Carbon: New India-Made Weapon Against Mosquitoes?
The female Aedes mosquitoes that spread dengue, chikungunya, and zika viruses, lay eggs in water bodies along the roadside and in decorative flower pots and vases in homes or offices.
-
10 Facts You Need To Know About Zika Virus In India
The first two Zika virus outbreaks were reported in India in early 2017. Both these outbreaks were successfully contained through intensive surveillance and vector management. After a year, Zika virus has again hit the country, this time in Jaipur. At least 22 people have tested positive for Zika virus in the 'Pink City'. Zika virus infection is a...
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9 Cases Of Dengue In Delhi, Malaria And Chikungunya Cases Also Reported
At least nine cases of dengue have been reported in Delhi in the first two months this year, indicating early spread of the virus carrying the vector-borne disease in the national capital.
-
80 Dengue Cases Reported In Chandigarh This Month
Doctors state that the breeding of dengue mosquitoes depends upon humidity and temperature.
-
World Malaria Day: 6 Most Dangerous Diseases Transmitted By Mosquitoes
On World Malaria Day 2018 let's see why mosquitoes are considered as one of the most dangerous creatures on the planet because tend to spread many deadly diseases.
-
2 Swine Flu Deaths In The Capital: Protect Yourself With These Home Remedies
There have been two deaths from the fatal virus, one at the Lok Nayak Hospital and the other at a private hospital. With dengue and chikungunya already on a rampage, the health crisis at the capital just got a lot more worse.
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Tips To Prevent Dengue: Dengue And Chikungunya On A Steady Rise
Nearly 150 cases of chikungunya have been reported in Delhi so far this year, with 9 of them being recorded this month, even as government authorities gear up to combat the outbreak of these two vector-borne diseases.
