Doctors urge continued prevention and caution against dismissing persistent fever as a routine viral infection Team L&M As India observes World Mosquito Day on August 20, doctors are urging people to remain vigilant against mosquito-borne diseases such as dengue, malaria and chikungunya—not only during the monsoon, but also in the weeks and months that follow. […]Read More
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Team L&M India may be on track to meet its malaria-reduction targets, but the latest WHO report shows the country continues to carry the heaviest malaria burden in the South-East Asia Region. Doctors say that weak surveillance and delayed treatment continue to lead to outbreaks. Dr Prabhat Ranjan Sinha, Senior Consultant- Internal Medicine, Aakash Healthcare, […]Read More
Team L&M India has made impressive progress in its bid to eliminate malaria. Reported cases have plummeted, mortality has fallen dramatically, and global health agencies have lauded the country’s public health push. But behind the numbers lies a far more complex story — one where misdiagnosis, treatment delays, and neglected urban infrastructure continue to pose […]Read More
Dr Hari Gopinath Vector-borne diseases (VBDs) pose a significant public health challenge in India, with millions affected annually. The primary vectors include mosquitoes, ticks, and sandflies, transmitting diseases such as malaria, dengue, chikungunya, and leishmaniosis (Kala Azar or Black Disease). Recent data from 2024 highlights the increasing incidence of these diseases, emphasising the need for effective […]Read More