National Dengue Day 2024: History And Important Facts
By Jasreet Kaur16, May 2024 12:13 PMjagranjosh.com
National Dengue Day
National Dengue Day in India began to address the rising threat of dengue fever, aiming to educate people against the disease. Tap to read important facts on National Dengue Day.
Cause
Dengue fever is transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, primarily Aedes aegypti.
Symptoms
Include high fever, severe headache, joint pain, muscle pain, and a characteristic rash.
Complications
Dengue can lead to severe conditions like hemorrhagic fever and dengue shock syndrome.
Prevention
Involves eliminating mosquito breeding sites such as standing water in containers.
Early Detection
Critical for prompt medical treatment and preventing complications like severe bleeding and organ failure.
Collaboration
National Dengue Day promotes teamwork, including government agencies, healthcare providers, and community organizations, to implement effective prevention strategies.