Tag: Vector-Borne Diseases
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India Faces Alarming Long-Term Chikungunya Risk: Study Signals Looming Health Crisis
Overview: India at the Center of a Growing Chikungunya Threat A comprehensive global analysis has identified India as the country likely to bear the heaviest long-term burden from chikungunya, a mosquito-borne disease known for causing crippling joint pain and fever. The findings estimate that more than 50 lakh people in India could be at risk…
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Chikungunya Risk in India: 50 Lakh at Long-Term Threat
India Faces a Growing Long-Term Chikungunya Threat A new global study identifies India as the country most likely to bear the prolonged impact of chikungunya, a mosquito-borne disease that has surged in recent years. The findings suggest that more than five million people in India could be at risk of infection each year, underscoring a…
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India Faces Alarming Long-Term Chikungunya Risk: Study Flags 50 Lakh+ At Annual Threat
India Tops Global Chikungunya Risk Forecast A recent international study has placed India at the forefront of a growing chikungunya threat, estimating that more than 50 lakh people in the country could be at risk of contracting the virus each year. The finding, part of the largest and most detailed mapping of chikungunya risk to…
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Living with Chikungunya: Insights from a Nice Parasitologist
Understanding Chikungunya: An Overview Chikungunya is a viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes, primarily the Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus species, commonly known as the tiger mosquito. Its symptoms usually include high fever, severe joint pain, and rash, making it a significant public health concern. As the disease establishes itself in various regions, notably in the…
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Understanding Chagas Disease: The Rising Threat of Kissing Bugs
Introduction to Chagas Disease and Kissing Bugs The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has raised alarms regarding the rise of the kissing bug disease, specifically Chagas disease, which is spreading across 32 states in the United States. These blood-sucking insects are carriers of a harmful parasite, Trypanosoma cruzi, which can lead to serious…
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Understanding Leishmaniasis: The Silent Disease
What is Leishmaniasis? Leishmaniasis is a vector-borne disease caused by parasitic protozoa of the genus Leishmania. These parasites are primarily transmitted to humans and animals through the bites of infected female phlebotomine sandflies. The disease is prevalent in tropical and subtropical regions, affecting millions globally. Despite its significance, there remains considerable misunderstanding about leishmaniasis even…