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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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Oropouche Virus Kills 2 In Brazil: All About The Rare Disease
Currently, there is no vaccine available for the virus, which belongs to the same family of diseases as Zika virus and Dengue fever.
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Oropouche Virus Surfaces in Europe: What You Need to Know
For the first time, the Oropouche virus has been reported in Europe, affecting travelers returning from the Americas. Detected in Spain, Italy, and Germany, this virus is carried by midges, a type of biting fly, and mosquitoes. It causes symptoms similar to Zika virus, such as fever, muscle aches, and rash. In about 4% of cases, it can lead to nerv...
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Pune Doctor, Daughter Test Positive For Zika Virus: All About The Infection
Zika virus is a mosquito-borne virus, which can cause fever, rash, and other symptoms.
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Zika Virus In India: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment & More
Zika virus symptoms might include fever, joint pain, rashes, muscle pain, headache, fatigue, vomiting, etc.
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Zika Virus Found In Mosquito Near Bengaluru, Fever Cases Being Analysed
Zika virus has been detected near Bengaluru and all fever cases in the area are now being analysed.
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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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Zika and Dengue Viruses Can Alter a Hosts Smell to Make It 'Tastier', Attract More Mosquitoes, Study Says
A new study has found out why mosquitoes like to buzz around and bite some people more than others. Researchers discovered that infection from some viruses makes you smell tastier and attracts more mosquitoes, which increases the transmission of the disease.
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After Zika Virus, Dengue Fever Reported In Kerala, Action Plan Formulated To Curb Spread: Health Minister
The Health Department along with local self-government has formulated an action plan for control and prevention of dengue fever as a few cases have been reported in Kerala besides Zika virus, said Health Minister Veena George on Thursday.
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Kerala Reports First Zika Virus Case: Know Symptoms, Treatment And Prevention Steps For This Infection
Zika Virus leads to mild symptoms including fever, rash, conjunctivitis, malaise, headache and muscle and joint pain.
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Zika Virus: Common Signs And Symptoms And Most Effective Ways For Prevention
22 Zika virus cases have been reported in Jaipur, Rajasthan.The virus can be transmitted by Aedes Aegypti mosquitoes - the same mosquitoes which are also carriers of dengue.
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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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Zika Unlikely To Be Worse For People Who Have Suffered From Dengue: Study
People who are infected by Zika virus after having dengue fever do not appear to become more severely ill than those who have never had dengue, a study suggests.
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Singapore Urges Tests For Pregnant Women With Zika Signs
Singapore urged all pregnant women showing symptoms of fever or rashes to have themselves tested for the Zika virus on Wednesday after the number of cases in the city-state soared to 82.
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Sudha Singh, Athlete Back From Rio Olympics, Does Not Have Zika
Athlete Sudha Singh, who returned from the Rio Olympics with high fever and body ache, has tested negative for Zika virus. Doctors say she has something completely different - swine flu, also known as the H1N1 virus.
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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.
-
Oropouche Virus Kills 2 In Brazil: All About The Rare Disease
Currently, there is no vaccine available for the virus, which belongs to the same family of diseases as Zika virus and Dengue fever.
-
Oropouche Virus Surfaces in Europe: What You Need to Know
For the first time, the Oropouche virus has been reported in Europe, affecting travelers returning from the Americas. Detected in Spain, Italy, and Germany, this virus is carried by midges, a type of biting fly, and mosquitoes. It causes symptoms similar to Zika virus, such as fever, muscle aches, and rash. In about 4% of cases, it can lead to nerv...
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Pune Doctor, Daughter Test Positive For Zika Virus: All About The Infection
Zika virus is a mosquito-borne virus, which can cause fever, rash, and other symptoms.
-
Zika Virus In India: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment & More
Zika virus symptoms might include fever, joint pain, rashes, muscle pain, headache, fatigue, vomiting, etc.
-
Zika Virus Found In Mosquito Near Bengaluru, Fever Cases Being Analysed
Zika virus has been detected near Bengaluru and all fever cases in the area are now being analysed.
-
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.
-
Zika and Dengue Viruses Can Alter a Hosts Smell to Make It 'Tastier', Attract More Mosquitoes, Study Says
A new study has found out why mosquitoes like to buzz around and bite some people more than others. Researchers discovered that infection from some viruses makes you smell tastier and attracts more mosquitoes, which increases the transmission of the disease.
-
After Zika Virus, Dengue Fever Reported In Kerala, Action Plan Formulated To Curb Spread: Health Minister
The Health Department along with local self-government has formulated an action plan for control and prevention of dengue fever as a few cases have been reported in Kerala besides Zika virus, said Health Minister Veena George on Thursday.
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Kerala Reports First Zika Virus Case: Know Symptoms, Treatment And Prevention Steps For This Infection
Zika Virus leads to mild symptoms including fever, rash, conjunctivitis, malaise, headache and muscle and joint pain.
-
Zika Virus: Common Signs And Symptoms And Most Effective Ways For Prevention
22 Zika virus cases have been reported in Jaipur, Rajasthan.The virus can be transmitted by Aedes Aegypti mosquitoes - the same mosquitoes which are also carriers of dengue.
-
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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Zika Unlikely To Be Worse For People Who Have Suffered From Dengue: Study
People who are infected by Zika virus after having dengue fever do not appear to become more severely ill than those who have never had dengue, a study suggests.
-
Singapore Urges Tests For Pregnant Women With Zika Signs
Singapore urged all pregnant women showing symptoms of fever or rashes to have themselves tested for the Zika virus on Wednesday after the number of cases in the city-state soared to 82.
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Sudha Singh, Athlete Back From Rio Olympics, Does Not Have Zika
Athlete Sudha Singh, who returned from the Rio Olympics with high fever and body ache, has tested negative for Zika virus. Doctors say she has something completely different - swine flu, also known as the H1N1 virus.
