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At present, there is a threat of 7 diseases in the country. Most of the diseases are caused by viruses. These viruses are dengue, chikungunya, monkeypox, Nipah, Chandipura and swine flu. An increase in malaria cases is also being seen.
From detection to testing to awareness
At that time, the Health Ministry had asked all state governments to take all necessary steps to deal with these. Due to which all states are taking necessary steps to prevent the spread of these diseases. Along with this, awareness is being spread about everything from contact tracing to testing of infected patients.
Increase in cases of dengue, chikungunya and malaria
The important thing is that the biggest threat in the country is mosquito-borne diseases. Cases of mosquito-borne diseases like dengue, chikungunya and malaria are increasing across the country. According to the MCD, this year dengue has claimed the lives of two people in the capital Delhi and 650 cases have been reported.
State government's concern increased!
Dengue cases are increasing in Haryana. The highest number of malaria cases have been registered in Haryana in the last 4 years. Last year 83 cases were reported. Whereas in the beginning of September, 123 cases have been reported in the state. Seeing this, the concern of the state government is increasing.
Dengue cases increased in Kerala and Pune
In 2015, three patients died of malaria. Talking about South India, some cases of dengue are also being reported in Kerala. At the same time, 90 cases of chikungunya have been reported in Pune, Maharashtra alone in September. Chikungunya cases are also being reported from Maharashtra. Dengue cases are also increasing in Pune, Maharashtra.
Monkeypox
One infected patient of monkeypox has been found in India, but the cases of the virus are expected to increase. The government is on alert regarding monkeypox. The monkeypox virus spreads from monkeys to humans. After this, its transmission started from one person to another. South Africa has registered the highest number of monkeypox cases this year. Apart from this, cases of monkeypox have been reported in some other countries. Recently, the World Health Organization has also declared monkeypox a public health emergency.
swine flu
Cases of swine flu virus are also increasing in Delhi-NCR and surrounding areas. This virus spreads from animals to humans. It also has flu-like symptoms, but later it becomes dangerous. Cases of swine flu are also seen during the rainy season. This disease can affect a person of any age.
Nipah
Some old viruses are becoming active again in the country. Recently a patient has died of Nipah virus in Kerala. So far this year, two patients have died of Nipah virus in Kerala. Nipah is a disease spread by pigs and bats. At first its symptoms are like flu, but if it is not controlled in time, it can also affect the brain. In such a situation, it becomes fatal. After the arrival of Nipah virus in Kerala, there is a danger of its spread in other states as well.
Chandipura virus
Cases of Chandipura virus, which started from Gujarat a few months ago, were also seen in many other states of the country, although now the cases of this virus have reduced, but the danger still remains. Chandipura virus also affects the brain. Cases of this fever are more common in children. This year more than 20 children have died in Chandipura.
Why are cases of these diseases increasing?
Many types of viruses become active during the rainy season. Due to which these diseases spread. Monkeypox is endemic in many countries, but its threat is less in India. Cases of Chandipura virus are also decreasing now. Nipah cases are reported in Kerala. Nipah is a dangerous virus that affects the brain. Due to this it causes death.
How do these diseases spread?
While malaria is caused by the bite of the Anopheles mosquito, dengue fever is spread by the bite of the Aedes mosquito. Most people recover from dengue within a few days. But in some cases it can cause severe symptoms. Malaria and chikungunya also recover within a few days. But still it is very important to recognize their symptoms in time. The most common symptom in all three diseases is fever. But it is also important to recognize the difference between them.
These diseases should be checked
The initial symptoms of all these diseases are almost the same. Fever is the most common among them. If you live in an area affected by this virus and are showing symptoms, then definitely get yourself tested. There is no need to worry too much about monkeypox, Nipah, Chandipura and swine flu. People in areas where cases of this virus have been reported need to pay attention, but do not be careless about dengue, malaria and chikungunya. If you have fever, you should get tested for these three diseases.
