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Chikungunya cases rise in state ahead of monsoon
According to the National Center for Vector Borne Disease Control (NCVBDC), Maharashtra recorded 2,726 malaria cases up to April 21 this year, marginally lower than the 2,867 cases in the corresponding period of 2024. Dengue cases declined to 1,373 from 1,639
Published on May 05, 2025 07:48 AM IST
Beat dengue and malaria with stronger immunity: Add these foods to daily diet
From spices to vegetables to fruits, consume these foods to boost immunity and fight mosquito-borne infections.
Published on May 02, 2025 05:00 PM IST
5 yoga asanas to build immunity and reduce fatigue during malaria: Expert shares
From Vajrasana to Baddhakonasana, practice these 5 yoga asanas to boost immunity during malaria season.
Published on Apr 28, 2025 06:34 PM IST
World Malaria Day: Do you know about cerebral malaria that affects the brain?
World Malaria Day 2025: Cerebral malaria can be fatal, especially for children under the age of five. Know all about it here.
Updated on Apr 25, 2025 03:07 PM IST
World Malaria Day 2025: Know how malaria can affect your heart
World Malaria Day 2025: Malaria has lesser-known known complications beyond high fever and chills. Here's how it can put your heart at risk.
Updated on Apr 25, 2025 01:41 PM IST
Doctor explains the dangers of malaria in children; shares prevention tips
From reduced cognitive development to delayed medical intervention due to confusing symptoms, know how malaria can affect a child’s health.
Published on Apr 17, 2025 07:19 PM IST
Summer season and malaria: Doctor explains the risk factors
From stagnant water being breeding grounds for mosquitoes to poor sanitation, here are a few risk factors that can trigger spread of malaria.
Published on Apr 14, 2025 07:16 PM IST
The dangers of getting malaria during pregnancy: Doctor shares prevention tips
Malaria during pregnancy can have severe implications. Follow these preventive measures to stay safe.
Updated on Apr 12, 2025 06:23 PM IST
MCD commissioner warns institutions against mosquito breeding
MCD commissioner warns institutions against mosquito breeding
Published on Mar 31, 2025 03:14 PM IST
PTI |
MCD directs govt offices, RWAs to take measures to prevent mosquito breeding
MCD directs govt offices, RWAs to take measures to prevent mosquito breeding
Published on Mar 27, 2025 06:53 PM IST
PTI |
Malaria remains Africa’s deadliest disease as Trump’s US aid cuts hinder fight
According to the World Health Organization, Africa's 1.5 billion people accounted for 95% of the estimated 597,000 malaria deaths worldwide in 2023.
Published on Mar 09, 2025 01:45 PM IST
AP |
Trump’s aid freeze keeps life-saving programs shut, sparks “mayhem”
USA-TRUMP-AID-IMPACT:Trump’s aid freeze keeps life-saving programs shut, sp
Published on Feb 08, 2025 06:34 PM IST
Reuters |
Delhi witnessed record high of Malaria, Chikunguniya cases in past 5 years
In 2020, the city recorded 228 malaria cases, 167 cases in 2021, 263 cases in 2022 and 426 cases last year
Updated on Nov 11, 2024 10:39 PM IST
Delhi clocks 643 malaria cases, highest single-year count in 10 years
Till October 19 this year, Delhi clocked 643 malaria cases, the highest single-year count since 2014.
Updated on Oct 26, 2024 04:57 AM IST
Health officials share dengue prevention tips, but RWAs dissatisfied
The meeting, conducted under the aegis of the health department, under the National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme, was attended by roughly 40 people, some of whom returned with the opinion that the meeting was a moot exercise.
Updated on Oct 20, 2024 07:58 AM IST
Sept saw spike in malaria, dengue cases: BMC monsoon report
Mumbai's BMC report shows a rise in dengue (1,456 cases) and malaria (1,261 cases) in September, with one Zika case. Hygiene and mosquito precautions are urged.
Updated on Oct 02, 2024 07:04 AM IST
Punjab: Migrant labourer dies of Malaria in Patiala
A 60-year-old migrant labourer died of Malaria in Patiala, marking the district's first malaria death in a decade, with 13 cases reported this season.
Updated on Sep 17, 2024 07:26 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Patiala
World Mosquito Day: Top mosquito-borne diseases to be aware of during monsoon
World Mosquito Day 2024: Monsoon season increases mosquito-borne disease risks like malaria, West Nile virus, dengue, Zika, yellow fever and chikungunya.
Published on Aug 20, 2024 11:59 AM IST
Akanksha Agnihotri, New Delhi
World Mosquito Day: What is the theme for 2024? Know date, history, significance
World Mosquito Day highlights the dangers of mosquito-borne diseases and stresses the importance of prevention and treatment. Here's all you need to know.
Published on Aug 20, 2024 11:04 AM IST
Akanksha Agnihotri, New Delhi
Mumbai sees uptick in malaria, H1N1 cases in July; drop in dengue infections
Mumbai sees uptick in malaria, H1N1 cases in July; drop in dengue, leptospirosis infections
Published on Aug 01, 2024 12:42 AM IST
PTI |
Here comes the rain - July nemesis: water-logging, mosquitoes, malaria and dengue
Lucknow district hospitals prepare for a rush of cases as the city and district sees an uptick in number of vector-borne diseases
Published on Jul 09, 2024 07:43 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
Communicable diseases control campaign in Lucknow from July 1
An extensive two-month campaign would be launched from July 1 to prevent communicable diseases like dengue, malaria, and chikungunya in the state capital.
Published on Jun 25, 2024 08:20 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
Delhi saw 90 pc hike in breeding of vector-borne diseases in homes: MCD report
Delhi saw 90 pc hike in breeding of vector-borne diseases in homes in 2023: MCD report
Updated on Jun 13, 2024 02:18 PM IST
PTI |
Indonesian president in damage control over new capital
INDONESIA-NEWCAPITAL/ (PIX):Indonesian president in damage control over new capital
Published on Jun 07, 2024 11:15 AM IST
Reuters |
Climate change threatens malaria control efforts: 6 strategies to adopt
To address the challenges posed by climate change to malaria control efforts, these 6 adaptive responses and mitigation strategies are essential
Published on May 15, 2024 02:02 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Climate change is bringing malaria to new areas. In Africa, it never left
Climate change is reviving or migrating the threat of some diseases, mainly Malaria, whiich is killed millions of people by now.
Published on Apr 25, 2024 12:37 PM IST
PTI | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das, Lagos
World Malaria Day 2024: Avoid these factors that increase malaria risk
Understanding what increases malaria risk is essential for designing comprehensive control strategies. On World Malaria Day 2024, here's what you need to know
Published on Apr 24, 2024 06:50 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
World Malaria Day 2024: 10 warning signs of vector-borne disease you must know
World Malaria Day 2024: Malaria can be fatal if not tackled at right time. Watch out for these signs to manage symptoms of malaria and improve quality of life
Updated on Apr 25, 2024 07:37 AM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
World Malaria Day 2024: Date, history and significance of the day
World Malaria Day 2024: From history to significance, here's all that you need to know about the important day.
Updated on Apr 25, 2024 07:37 AM IST
Tapatrisha Das, Delhi
Malaria: Why aren't case numbers falling?
Since 2015, the number of malaria cases worldwide have stalled ― and in some areas, they're even increasing.
Published on Apr 23, 2024 04:25 PM IST
Deutsche Welle | Posted by Tapatrisha Das