Monsoon, Mosquitoes, and Chikungunya

Monsoon is here and one should take extra precautions against monsoon-related diseases. Chikungunya is a viral infection transmitted by the Aedes mosquito. Chikungunya in India reached epidemic proportions recently. We will describe this infection, how it spreads and what can be done to prevent it.

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Mosquito Borne Infections

Mosquitoes are the deadliest insects on earth, killing a million people a year. Apart from Malaria and Dengue, there are a number of viruses and parasites transmitted by mosquitoes. We will tell you about the other diseases caused by this biting insect.

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