Dengue Awareness

What is dengue?

• Dengue is a type of flu caused by bacteria.

• Dengue is a mosquito-borne viral infection.

• Dengue is a genetic disorder passed down through generations.

• Dengue is a skin condition caused by excessive sun exposure.

How is dengue transmitted?

• Airborne transmission

• Direct contact with an infected person

• Contaminated water

• Infected Aedes mosquitoes

What are the common symptoms of dengue?

• Clear skin, increased appetite

• High fever, severe headache, pain behind the eyes, joint and muscle pain, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, skin rash

• Low fever, mild headache

• Back pain, stomach ache

How can dengue be prevented?

• Drink more water

• Avoid eating fruits

• Stay indoors all day

• Eliminate mosquito breeding sites, use mosquito repellent, wear long-sleeved clothing, and use mosquito nets.

Why is it important to eliminate standing water to prevent dengue?

• To prevent the breeding of mosquitoes that carry the dengue virus.

• To provide a habitat for beneficial insects

• To increase the humidity in the environment

• To create a recreational area for wildlife

What should you do if you suspect you have dengue?

• Ignore the symptoms and continue with daily activities

• Avoid seeking medical attention and hope the symptoms go away on their own

• Self-medicate without consulting a healthcare professional

• Seek medical attention, rest, stay hydrated, and monitor symptoms.

Can dengue be treated with antibiotics?

• Yes

• Sometimes

• Only in severe cases

• No

What is the role of mosquitoes in spreading dengue?

• Mosquitoes spread dengue by acting as vectors for the virus.

• Mosquitoes spread dengue by consuming infected blood.

• Mosquitoes spread dengue through direct contact with infected individuals.

• Mosquitoes spread dengue by transmitting the virus through their saliva.

Why is dengue more common in tropical and subtropical areas?

• Dengue is caused by a virus that only survives in warm climates.

• Aedes mosquitoes thrive in warm and humid environments found in tropical and subtropical areas.

• People in tropical areas are more likely to travel and spread the disease.

• Tropical and subtropical areas have better healthcare systems to detect dengue cases.

What are some ways to protect yourself from mosquito bites?

• Eating garlic every day

• Wearing bright colors to attract mosquitoes

• Applying honey on exposed skin

• Using insect repellent, wearing long sleeves and pants, installing screens on windows and doors, and removing standing water around your home.