It is very important to take measures to protect against mosquitoes during the summer season. By adopting a little caution and cleanliness, we can protect not only ourselves but also our family and society from dangerous diseases.

Mosquito Borne Disease: With the onset of summer, the mosquito menace also starts increasing. These small insects may look minor, but they can cause deadly diseases like malaria, dengue, chikungunya and Zika virus. Therefore, it is important to be cautious in time and keep yourself safe from these dangerous diseases.

Why do mosquitoes increase in summer?

Along with the increase in temperature in summer, humidity also remains, which is favorable for the breeding of mosquitoes. Especially in the days before the rains, stagnant water, damp places and dirt are the main reasons for increasing the number of mosquitoes. This is the reason why it becomes very important to take measures to prevent mosquitoes at the beginning of summer.

Diseases transmitted by mosquitoes

Mosquitoes are carriers of many dangerous diseases, such as:-

1. Malaria: It is spread by the bite of female Anopheles mosquito and can cause high fever, chills and weakness.

2. Dengue: Spread by the bite of Aedes mosquito, symptoms include high fever, headache, joint pain and low platelet count.

3. Chikungunya: The person infected with this may suffer from high fever, unbearable joint pain and skin rashes.

4. Zika Virus: This virus can be extremely dangerous for pregnant women, as it can cause serious malformations in the newborn baby.

Ways to protect yourself from mosquitoes

If the right methods are adopted at the beginning of summer, then mosquitoes can be prevented. You can stay safe by adopting some simple measures given below:

1. Protection from stagnant water: Mosquitoes breed rapidly in stagnant water. Do not allow water to accumulate around the house, in pots, coolers, tyres and other places.

2. Use of mosquito net and repellent: Use mosquito net while sleeping and apply mosquito repellent cream or spray on the skin.

3. Keep the house clean: Mosquitoes thrive in dirty and damp places, so keep the house and surrounding areas dry and clean.

4. Wear full-sleeved clothes: Wear light-coloured, full-sleeved clothes, especially during evening and morning hours, to avoid mosquito bites.

5. Do fogging and spray anti-mosquito medicines: Spray anti-mosquito medicines inside and outside the house and get fogging done from time to time.

6. Use neem and basil: Burning neem leaves or planting a basil plant at home keeps mosquitoes away.

Disclaimer: Dear reader, thank you for reading this news. This news has been written only to make you aware. We have taken the help of home remedies and general information in writing this. If you read anything related to your health anywhere, then definitely consult a doctor before adopting it.