Dengue: Transmission and Prevention

What is the primary mode of transmission of Dengue?

• Direct contact with an infected person

• Contaminated food

• Airborne droplets

• Infected Aedes mosquitoes

How is Dengue transmitted from person to person?

• Through the bite of infected Aedes mosquitoes

• Through the air by coughing or sneezing

• By direct contact with an infected person

• Through contaminated food or water

Which mosquito species is responsible for transmitting Dengue?

• Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus

• Anopheles stephensi

• Culex pipiens

• Anopheles gambiae

What are the common symptoms of Dengue fever?

• Severe stomach ache

• Clear skin complexion

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

• Low fever, mild headache

What are some preventive measures to avoid Dengue infection?

• Eliminate standing water, use mosquito repellent, wear long-sleeved clothing, and use mosquito nets.

• Drinking more water

• Using hand sanitizer

• Avoiding fruits and vegetables

Why is it important to eliminate standing water around your home to prevent Dengue?

• To create a natural barrier against pests

• To increase the humidity in the area

• To provide a habitat for beneficial insects

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

Can Dengue be transmitted through blood transfusion?

• Sometimes

• Only in rare cases

• No

• Yes

What role do insect repellents play in preventing Dengue?

• Insect repellents increase the risk of Dengue transmission

• Insect repellents attract mosquitoes carrying the Dengue virus

• Insect repellents play a crucial role in preventing Dengue by keeping mosquitoes, the carriers of the virus, away from individuals.

• Insect repellents have no impact on preventing Dengue

Why is it recommended to wear long-sleeved clothing and use mosquito nets to prevent Dengue?

• To scare away mosquitoes with long sleeves

• To improve fashion sense

• To keep warm during cold weather

• To prevent mosquito bites and reduce the risk of contracting Dengue.

How can communities work together to prevent the spread of Dengue fever?

• By ignoring personal hygiene practices

• By encouraging the breeding of mosquitoes

• By promoting the use of standing water for recreational activities

• By removing standing water, using insect repellent, wearing protective clothing, and organizing clean-up campaigns.