Things you need to know about dengue

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What is Dengue Fever?Dengue H-Fever is a transmissible viral disease acquired from the bite of a mosquito.The mosquitoes are either called the Aedes aegypti or Aedes albopictus species.The mosquito can transmit the virus if it sucked blood from a person who is already suffering with Dengue.

How do you recognize Dengue H-Fever?Sudden high fever (greater than 40°C)HeadacheBody painsFatigue, body malaise Small red spots on the bodyAbdominal painNose bleedingGum bleedingVomiting blood or black-colored stools due to gastrointestinal bleed

How do we Prevent Dengue Fever?Take away anything that can give the mosquitoes a chance to lay their eggs: used car tires, tin cans, bottles.Clean your surroundings.

Prevention…Wash and scrub any flower vase at least once a week and change the water every day.Cover water containers.Check for water collected on your house’s roof and clean it.

Prevention…Use mosquito nets if you’re going to sleep during daytime. Install screens on doors and windows to prevent mosquitoes entering the house.Do not give aspirin for people who has Dengue fever.Go to the nearest health facility as soon as possible if you or someone in your household is suspected to have Dengue H-Fever.