Should you be worried? – Firstpost

Should you be worried? – Firstpost

As monsoon rains drench India, bringing much-needed relief from the summer heat, they also bring an unwelcome guest: the Zika virus. The continuous downpours have led to waterlogging and damp environments, perfect breeding grounds for this virus-carrying mosquito, known as Aedes. The Zika virus, which predominantly occurred in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, the … Read more

How deadly viruses are becoming a worry for India – Firstpost

How deadly viruses are becoming a worry for India – Firstpost

In recent weeks, India has been thrust into the spotlight as it grapples with a troubling surge of deadly viruses: Nipah, Zika, and Chandipura. As of July 21, Gujarat has reported a staggering 50 cases of Chandipura virus, resulting in 16 fatalities, according to Health Minister Rushikesh Patel. The virus cases have also been reported … Read more

What you need to know about mosquito-borne diseases

What you need to know about mosquito-borne diseases

The Dose20:22Why should I be concerned about mosquitoes? Belle River, Ont., teacher Melanie Klimkowski never worried much about mosquitoes, since they never seemed interested in biting her.  After learning more about the bugs at a special workshop with her eighth grade class, she says she now carries small amounts of mosquito repellant at all times … Read more