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11 hours ago · 1. Use Mosquito Repellent: Apply mosquito repellent containing DEET, picaridin, or lemon eucalyptus oil to exposed skin and clothing, especially during the daytime when dengue mosquitoes are active. 2. Wear Protective Clothing: To reduce skin exposure to mosquitoes, wear long-sleeved shirts, long pants, socks, and closed shoes.
13 hours ago · Dengue hemorrhagic fever (DHF)
2 hours ago · MERS symptoms can range from mild to severe, and they typically appear within 2 to 14 days after exposure to the virus. Common symptoms include: Fever: Patients with MERS often experience a high ...
13 hours ago · There are several causes of thrombocytopenia, including certain medications, infections, autoimmune disorders, bone marrow disorders, and genetic conditions. Medications such as chemotherapy drugs, antibiotics, and diuretics can affect platelet production. Infections like HIV, hepatitis C, and dengue fever can lead to a decrease in platelet count.
13 hours ago · This is following many districts of Kerala reporting cases of the West Nile Virus, which is a mosquito-borne disease. The Coimbatore District Health Department has deployed 12 Mobile Medical Teams (MMT) to screen people with fever and influenza in 12 blocks to check whether they are infected with the virus.
13 hours ago · Reason Stated for the withdrawal: There is a surplus of updated vaccines targeting new virus variants. Studies reveal rare side effects like thrombosis and thrombocytopenia Syndrom e (TTS) associated with the AstraZeneca vaccine. Thrombosis. Credit: Cleveland Clinic. It happens when blood clots obstruct blood vessels, and there are two primary ...
13 hours ago · Cases of Quebec travelers contracting dengue fever abroad are on the rise, in a context where the virus is more present in Central and South America, as well as in the Caribbean. Hence the importance of protecting yourself when traveling, according to health authorities. Between January 1 and April 13, 2024, the Ministry of Health… Continue reading More Quebec travelers...
