{"id":1391,"date":"2022-02-09T06:18:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-09T00:48:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=1391"},"modified":"2026-04-03T11:41:46","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T11:41:46","slug":"5-ways-to-avoid-dengue-fever","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/5-ways-to-avoid-dengue-fever\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Preventive Measures for Dengue That are Simple &amp; Effective"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><head><meta http-equiv=\"Content-Type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\">\n<\/head><body><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e657207c65f\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e657207c65f\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/5-ways-to-avoid-dengue-fever\/#Introduction\" >Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/5-ways-to-avoid-dengue-fever\/#8_Ways_to_Avoid_Dengue_Fever\" >8 Ways to Avoid Dengue Fever<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/5-ways-to-avoid-dengue-fever\/#1_Reduce_Mosquito_Habitat\" >1. Reduce Mosquito Habitat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/5-ways-to-avoid-dengue-fever\/#2_Stay_in_well-screened_houses\" >2. Stay in well-screened houses<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/5-ways-to-avoid-dengue-fever\/#3_Use_Mosquito_Repellents\" >3. Use Mosquito Repellents<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/5-ways-to-avoid-dengue-fever\/#4_Wear_Protective_Clothing\" >4. Wear Protective Clothing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/5-ways-to-avoid-dengue-fever\/#5_Sleep_Under_Mosquito-net\" >5. Sleep Under Mosquito-net<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/5-ways-to-avoid-dengue-fever\/#6_Keep_Drains_and_Gutters_Clean\" >6. Keep Drains and Gutters Clean<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/5-ways-to-avoid-dengue-fever\/#7_Keep_Your_House_Airy_and_Well-Lit\" >7. Keep Your House Airy and Well-Lit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/5-ways-to-avoid-dengue-fever\/#8_Time_Your_Outings\" >8. Time Your Outings<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/5-ways-to-avoid-dengue-fever\/#When_to_Seek_Medical_Help\" >When to Seek Medical Help?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/5-ways-to-avoid-dengue-fever\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/5-ways-to-avoid-dengue-fever\/#References\" >References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n    <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/channel-health-talk\"\n       class=\"pe-healthtalk-banner\"\n       style=\"position:relative; display:block; margin:10px; border-radius:10px; border-bottom:2px solid #117B77; overflow:hidden;\">\n        <span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"position:absolute; left:0; bottom:0; width:2px; height:50%; background:#10847e;\"><\/span>\n        <img alt=\"Join Health Talk by PharmEasy on WhatsApp\"\n             src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/PEhealthtalk-1.png\"\n             style=\"width:100%; display:block; border-radius:10px;\">\n    <\/a>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span><strong>Introduction<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dengue fever is a mosquito-borne viral illness commonly seen in tropical and subtropical regions. It is caused by the dengue virus, which is transmitted primarily by the Aedes aegypti\u00a0mosquito. These mosquitoes are most active during the early morning and late afternoon hours and are known as day-biting mosquitoes<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK430732\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dengue spreads when a mosquito bites a person infected with dengue and then transmits the virus to another person through subsequent bites. The disease can cause a range of symptoms such as high fever (up to 104\u00b0F), intense joint and muscle pain, pain behind the eyes, nausea, vomiting, severe headaches, and fatigue<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK430732\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.who.int\/news-room\/questions-and-answers\/item\/dengue-and-severe-dengue\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dengue progresses through three phases:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Febrile phase:<\/strong> Sudden onset of high fever lasting two to seven days.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Critical phase:<\/strong> May begin after the fever subsides and can involve low blood pressure and other complications.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Recovery phase:<\/strong> Gradual resolution of symptoms<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK430732\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Currently, there is no widely available dengue vaccine, although some vaccines like Dengvaxia (CYD-TDV) have been approved in certain countries for people who have had a dengue infection. Another vaccine, Qdenga (TAK-003), has also been approved in select regions but is not yet widely available in India<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/dengue\/stories\/dengue-on-the-rise-get-the-facts.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Given the limited availability of effective vaccines and the absence of targeted antiviral treatments for dengue, prevention remains the most effective approach for dengue management. Focusing on ways to avoid mosquito bites and reduce mosquito breeding can play a key role in protecting yourself and your community from this serious illness.\u00a0<\/p><div id=\"sfa_container_1391\" class=\"sfa_container\" style=\"display:none\"><div class=\"sfa_overlay\"><\/div><button id=\"sfa_btn_1391\" class=\"sfa_btn\">Show Full Article<\/button><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Ways_to_Avoid_Dengue_Fever\"><\/span><strong>8 Ways to Avoid Dengue Fever<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Reduce_Mosquito_Habitat\"><\/span><strong>1. Reduce Mosquito Habitat<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/stagnant-water-375x250.webp\" alt=\"stagnant water\" class=\"wp-image-250694\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/stagnant-water-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/stagnant-water-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/stagnant-water-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/stagnant-water-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/stagnant-water-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/stagnant-water-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/stagnant-water-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/stagnant-water-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/stagnant-water-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The mosquitoes that spread dengue breed in stagnant water found in everyday objects such as discarded tyres, plastic containers, flowerpots, septic tanks, and pet water bowls. Reducing the available habitat for these mosquitoes by regularly clearing out standing water can help prevent dengue. Since Aedes mosquitoes prefer clean, stagnant water to lay eggs in, it is important to clean potential breeding areas at least once a week<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/dengue\/stories\/dengue-on-the-rise-get-the-facts.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Stay_in_well-screened_houses\"><\/span><strong>2. Stay in well-screened houses<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/stay-in-well-screened-houses-2-375x250.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-250701\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/stay-in-well-screened-houses-2-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/stay-in-well-screened-houses-2-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/stay-in-well-screened-houses-2-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/stay-in-well-screened-houses-2-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/stay-in-well-screened-houses-2-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/stay-in-well-screened-houses-2-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/stay-in-well-screened-houses-2-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/stay-in-well-screened-houses-2-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/stay-in-well-screened-houses-2-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The mosquitoes responsible for spreading dengue are most active around dawn and dusk. To keep them out, fit your doors and windows with fine mesh screens. Make sure the screens have no holes and keep them closed during peak mosquito hours<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/34587328\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Use_Mosquito_Repellents\"><\/span><strong>3. Use Mosquito Repellents<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/use-mosquito-repellents-375x250.webp\" alt=\"use mosquito repellents\" class=\"wp-image-250695\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/use-mosquito-repellents-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/use-mosquito-repellents-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/use-mosquito-repellents-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/use-mosquito-repellents-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/use-mosquito-repellents-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/use-mosquito-repellents-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/use-mosquito-repellents-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/use-mosquito-repellents-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/use-mosquito-repellents-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Using mosquito repellents is essential, especially in tropical regions or crowded areas where the risk of bites is higher. Apply creams or sprays containing 10\u201330% DEET, picaridin, or IR3535 when travelling or even while indoors<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/insect-science\/articles\/10.3389\/finsc.2024.1510857\/full\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5<\/a><\/sup>. For children and infants, opt for mosquito patches, bands, or wipes from reputable brands. Avoid applying repellents directly to their hands or face.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Wear_Protective_Clothing\"><\/span><strong>4. Wear Protective Clothing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"229\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/12132652\/cotton_clothes-375x229.webp\" alt=\"wear cotton clothing\" class=\"wp-image-216060\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/12132652\/cotton_clothes-375x229.webp 375w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/12132652\/cotton_clothes-480x293.webp 480w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/12132652\/cotton_clothes-150x91.webp 150w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/12132652\/cotton_clothes.webp 741w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>To reduce the risk of mosquito bites, wear long-sleeved clothing, full-length trousers, socks, and covered shoes, especially in areas where dengue is common. Light-coloured clothing is recommended, as dark colours tend to attract mosquitoes<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/dengue\/stories\/dengue-on-the-rise-get-the-facts.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Sleep_Under_Mosquito-net\"><\/span><strong>5. Sleep Under Mosquito-net<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"235\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/use-mosquito-net-375x235.webp\" alt=\"sleep under mosquito net\" class=\"wp-image-250698\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/use-mosquito-net-375x235.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/use-mosquito-net-1024x641.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/use-mosquito-net-768x481.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/use-mosquito-net-1536x962.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/use-mosquito-net-2048x1282.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/use-mosquito-net-480x301.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/use-mosquito-net-767x480.webp 767w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/use-mosquito-net-150x94.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Sleeping under the mosquito net can provide an extra layer of protection from mosquito bites for you and your children<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/dengue\/training\/cme\/ccm\/Learn_More_Mosquito_Protection.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6<\/a><\/sup>. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Keep_Drains_and_Gutters_Clean\"><\/span><strong>6. Keep Drains and Gutters Clean<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/keep-drains-clean-375x250.webp\" alt=\"keep drains clean \" class=\"wp-image-250692\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/keep-drains-clean-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/keep-drains-clean-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/keep-drains-clean-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/keep-drains-clean-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/keep-drains-clean-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/keep-drains-clean-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/keep-drains-clean-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/keep-drains-clean-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/keep-drains-clean-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Clean and unclog drains, roof gutters, and water pipes around your home regularly. Cover all vessels and drums that are used to store water. These areas can collect stagnant water, creating breeding grounds for mosquitoes<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/mosquitoes\/pdfs\/mosquito-control-508.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">7<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Keep_Your_House_Airy_and_Well-Lit\"><\/span><strong>7. Keep Your House Airy and Well-Lit<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/keep-your-house-airy-and-well-lit-375x250.webp\" alt=\"keep your house airy and well lit \" class=\"wp-image-250693\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/keep-your-house-airy-and-well-lit-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/keep-your-house-airy-and-well-lit-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/keep-your-house-airy-and-well-lit-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/keep-your-house-airy-and-well-lit-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/keep-your-house-airy-and-well-lit-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/keep-your-house-airy-and-well-lit-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/keep-your-house-airy-and-well-lit-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/keep-your-house-airy-and-well-lit-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/keep-your-house-airy-and-well-lit-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Mosquitoes often gather in dark, damp areas, so keeping your home well-lit and well-ventilated can help reduce mosquitoes in the house. Allow natural sunlight into your rooms and ensure proper airflow. Lighting camphor in a closed room for about 30 minutes on alternate days may help repel insects; however, this should not be used as a substitute for proven mosquito prevention measures.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Time_Your_Outings\"><\/span><strong>8. Time Your Outings<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/time-your-Outings-375x250.webp\" alt=\"time your outings\" class=\"wp-image-250697\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/time-your-Outings-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/time-your-Outings-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/time-your-Outings-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/time-your-Outings-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/time-your-Outings-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/time-your-Outings-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/time-your-Outings-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/time-your-Outings-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/time-your-Outings-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Dengue fever isn\u2019t limited to indoor environments, it can also occur outdoors, such as during camping trips on humid days or walks in wooded areas after rainfall. Plan your outings according to the weather and carry essential mosquito protection with you, including repellent creams, long-sleeved clothing, and netted sleeping bags. Taking these precautions can help reduce your risk of mosquito bites when you\u2019re outside<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/wwwnc.cdc.gov\/travel\/page\/avoid-bug-bites\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">8<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Seek_Medical_Help\"><\/span><strong>When to Seek Medical Help?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Seek immediate medical attention if you or a family member has a high-grade fever (around 40\u00b0C) accompanied by warning signs such as bleeding gums or nose, severe abdominal pain, or vomiting more than three times in 24 hours. These symptoms may indicate a serious form of dengue requiring urgent care.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/diabetes-can-make-dengue-more-lethal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Diabetes Can Make Dengue More Lethal!<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/online-doctor-consultation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Consult a doctor<\/a><\/strong> promptly if you suspect dengue. A healthcare professional can confirm the diagnosis through blood tests and rule out other possible causes. If someone in your household is affected, the risk of others getting infected increases, as mosquitoes can transmit the virus from one person to another. Thus, prevention is still the best defence against dengue. By adopting the simple, practical steps listed above, you can significantly reduce your risk of contracting dengue and help protect your family and community.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/research\/dengue\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dengue: The Silent Threat of the Monsoon Season<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"References\"><\/span><strong>References<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\">\n<li>Schaefer TJ, Panda PK, Wolford RW. Dengue Fever. [Updated 2024 Mar 6]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2025 Jan-. Available from: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK430732\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK430732\/<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li>Dengue and severe dengue [Internet]. World Health Organization. Cited 2025 Jul 09. Available from: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.who.int\/news-room\/questions-and-answers\/item\/dengue-and-severe-dengue.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.who.int\/news-room\/questions-and-answers\/item\/dengue-and-severe-dengue.\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li>Dengue on the Rise: Get the Facts [Internet].CDC. Cited 2025 Jul 09. 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Epub 2021 Oct 21.\u00a0Available from: <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/34587328\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/34587328\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li>Noguera-Gahona M, Pe\u00f1a-Moreno C, Qui\u00f1ones-Sobarzo N, Weinstein-Oppenheimer C, Guerra-Z\u00fa\u00f1iga M, Collao-Ferrada X. Repellents against Aedes aegypti bites: synthetic and natural origins. Front Insect Sci. 2025 Jan 22;4:1510857. doi: 10.3389\/finsc.2024.1510857.\u00a0Available from: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/insect-science\/articles\/10.3389\/finsc.2024.1510857\/full\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/insect-science\/articles\/10.3389\/finsc.2024.1510857\/full<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"6\">\n<li>Prevent Mosquito Bites [Internet]. CDC. Cited 2025 Jul 09. Available from: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/dengue\/training\/cme\/ccm\/Learn_More_Mosquito_Protection.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/dengue\/training\/cme\/ccm\/Learn_More_Mosquito_Protection.pdf\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"7\">\n<li>Surveillance and Control of Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus in the United States\u00a0 [Internet]. CDC. Cited 2025 Jul 09. Available from: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/mosquitoes\/pdfs\/mosquito-control-508.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/mosquitoes\/pdfs\/mosquito-control-508.pdf<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"8\">\n<li>Avoid Bug Bites [Internet]. CDC. Cited 2025 Jul 09. Available from:\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/wwwnc.cdc.gov\/travel\/page\/avoid-bug-bites\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/wwwnc.cdc.gov\/travel\/page\/avoid-bug-bites<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Disclaimer:<\/strong> The information provided here is for educational\/awareness purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment by a healthcare professional and should not be relied upon to diagnose or treat any medical condition. The reader should consult a registered medical practitioner to determine the appropriateness of the information and before consuming any medication. 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