Report- Mohit Sharma
Karauli, With the change in weather and scorching heat, there is also a huge outbreak of mosquitoes. Therefore, along with seasonal diseases, the risk of malaria is also increasing. In such a situation, precaution is the best solution for prevention. Along with seasonal diseases, the number of malaria patients is also increasing in Karauli General Hospital.
The mosquito which spreads malaria, breeds more in filth during the summer season only. For this reason, many patients suffering from malaria are reaching hospitals for treatment every day. People of all ages and children between 0 to 5 years are most at risk of this. If malaria is not treated in time, the patient may even die.
Malaria prevention measures
To prevent malaria, a program is also being run in Karauli which will run for 14 days. This year’s theme is Accelerating the Fight Against Malaria for the Greater World. Chief Medical and Health Officer Dr. Dinesh Chand Meena told that the team of health workers is telling the common people the measures to prevent, prevent and control diseases caused by mosquitoes. Vigilance of the common people is very important to prevent malaria.
must use mosquito nets
CMHO said that to prevent malaria and other diseases like dengue caused by mosquitoes, use mosquito net while sleeping. Since World Malaria Day, Asha’s team has been formed and ANMs and CHOs are conducting door-to-door surveys and the public is being motivated to protect themselves from mosquito-borne diseases.
Keep cooler and fridge clean
Awareness is being created about the daily use of coolers, fridge trays, junk, trays under pots, drying of birds and prevention of mosquito borne diseases. Deputy CMHO Dr. O. P. Meena told that malaria is spread by the bite of female Anopheles mosquito, this mosquito breeds in dirty water. If you want to avoid this, then do not allow water to accumulate around your houses. Use mosquito net while sleeping at night.
These are the symptoms of malaria
Deputy CMHO said that there are some serious symptoms of malaria. The main symptoms of malaria are sudden onset of fever followed by severe cold, fever reducing by sweating, headache. If these symptoms appear, consult the nearest hospital or doctor immediately.
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FIRST PUBLISHED: April 30, 2024, 19:24 IST