How to prevent Dengue fever?
Posted on: 22/Oct/2018 5:14:07 PM
The state government secretary of the Department of Health has issued a pamphlet regarding the precautionary measures to be taken to prevent Dengue attack.
Prevention tips
- Keep the environment clean,
- ATS mosquitoes are produced in the good quality water. So, keep all the water storage utilities such as water tanks, and vessels covered.
- Avoid stagnation of rainwater in vacant spaces.
- If water is stagnated over the old tyres, coconut shells, or in the terraces of the residences, please arrange to remove the same immediately
- Remember to keep the hands clean be frequent thorough washing.
Symptoms
- Reddening of eyes
- Swellings in the face
- Persistent headache
- Persistent stomach-ache
- Vomitting
- Physical exhaustion
Important note
If fever persists for more than 3 days, please visit the doctor immediately. Avoid self-medication altogether!
