DOS AND DON’TS DURING DENGUE
Thunderous showers not only bring water to us but also cause
diseases like Dengue. It is a mosquito borne disease caused by dengue virus. In
some people, it can manifest as life threatening complications such as Dengue
hemorrhagic fever and Dengue shock syndrome.
Prevention and prompt early diagnosis are the best way to conquer the disease as it has no specific treatment.
Dos and Don’ts to avoid
dengue outbreak
Dos
Dos
1. Use mosquito repellent and keep
windows and doors closed.
2. Dress in protective clothing
during the day with long sleeved shirts, long pants, socks and shoes especially
in dawn and dusk.
3. Clear standing water in flower
pots, containers and tyres regularly. Clean drains thoroughly.
4. Drink enormous water or liquids
and take complete bed rest.
5. Consult the doctor immediately
on onset of fever.
Don’ts
Don’ts
1. Don’t take self-medication.
2. Don’t delay to go to the
hospitals if fever persists for more than two days.
3. Don’t ignore the symptoms like
gum bleeding and purple rashes when you suffer from fever.
Awareness about the
disease, removing stagnant water and keeping the surroundings clean reduces the dengue menace.