Chikungunya
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Dengue, malaria cases soar in Delhi-NCR after rains; symptoms and prevention you must know
Health | Aug 26, 2025, 11:33 AM ISTRecord rains have left Delhi NCR battling a mosquito crisis, with dengue and malaria cases spiking early this year. Stay safe with timely symptoms and prevention tips.
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Mumbai witnesses 500% spike in dengue, chikungunya cases in July, symptoms and preventive measures
Health | Aug 02, 2025, 02:58 PM ISTThe latest report from BMC shows that there has been a significant rise in dengue, malaria and chikungunya cases between January and July 2025. While cases of malaria was the highest, it was followed by dengue and chikungunya. Read on to know the symptoms and preventive measures.
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Delhi dengue: 300 fresh cases reported in week, Malaria and Chikungunya also on rise
Delhi | Sep 24, 2024, 04:46 PM ISTDengue cases are on the rise in the national capital, however, the number of cases is comparatively lower than last year. The cases of Malaria and Chikungunya have also increased in the last week.
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Chikungunya's new variant wreaks havoc in Pune; know causes, symptoms and ways to prevent this viral
Health | Sep 17, 2024, 01:38 PM ISTKnow about the latest on Chikungunya's new variant causing a surge in Pune. Be aware of its causes, symptoms, and effective prevention methods to stay protected.
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Chikungunya during monsoon: Can this mosquito-borne disease lead to arthritis? Expert explains
Health | Aug 02, 2024, 06:13 PM ISTChikungunya spreads during monsoon due to water-logging and several other factors. This water-borne disease causes severe joint pain. In this article, we have explained whether it can lead to arthritis or not.
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USFDA approves first vaccine to prevent disease caused by chikungunya virus
World | Nov 10, 2023, 01:36 PM ISTChikungunya virus vaccine: Transmission of chikungunya virus to newborn babies from pregnant individuals with viremia (virus present in the blood) at delivery has been reported and can cause severe, potentially fatal chikungunya virus disease in newborns.
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Dengue surge in Delhi, 3,800 cases reported so far; malaria, chikungunya matter of concern too
India | Dec 12, 2022, 04:28 PM ISTDengue Cases in Delhi: Dengue has become a matter of concern for the national capital. The rise in cases is making the situation worse.
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Dengue, chikungunya, malaria made notifiable diseases under Epidemic Diseases Act
India | Oct 31, 2021, 07:09 AM ISTThe notification also said that legal action will be taken against individuals or institutions found not following adequate measures or not informing about the cases to the authorities.
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Do these yogasanas to get rid of Dengue-Chikungunya and Malaria
Lifestyle | Jun 15, 2021, 10:14 AM ISTIn this season, dengue, chikungunya, malaria are very common, The number of mosquitoes increases during the rains, which increases the risk of getting infected by them. Know by which yogasanas you can get rid of this problem.
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One death each due to dengue, malaria in Delhi this year: Civic body report
India | Dec 22, 2020, 08:12 AM ISTAccording to the report released by the South Delhi Municipal Corporation (SDMC), the nodal agency for tabulating data on vector-borne diseases for the city, 1,062 cases of dengue had been recorded in Delhi till December 19.
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As flood-waters recede in Patna, number of dengue cases skyrockets
India | Oct 06, 2019, 06:03 PM ISTAfter devastating floods ravaged Bihar, state capital Patna and other regions are in the clutches of dengue epidemic. About 900 cases have been registered across the state out of which Patna alone has accounted for 640 cases. Saturday (October 5) saw 120 fresh cases of dengue. In addition to dengue, cases of Chikungunya have also been registered.
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Delhi government releases Rs 109 crore to MCDs to fight dengue, chikungunya
India | Jul 17, 2019, 06:23 PM ISTThe Delhi government has released Rs 109 crore to all three municipal corporations here for dealing with vector borne diseases, such as dengue and chikungunya, in the ongoing monsoon season.
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Dengue cases mount to 650 in Delhi, doctors advise precautions
India | Oct 08, 2018, 04:14 PM ISTThe report says nearly 170 of the cases came to light in the first week of October alone. Also, 347 cases of malaria and 89 of chikungunya have been reported this season till October 6, according to the report.
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IIT-Roorkee researchers discover a drug to fight chikungunya
Lifestyle | Oct 06, 2017, 12:49 PM ISTResearch has shown that piperazine, which is available in the market, is successful in curbing the spread and replication of the chikungunya virus.
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Over 3,800 dengue cases in Delhi this season, 1,103 in September
India | Oct 04, 2017, 02:22 PM IST1,103 dengue cases were reported in September from Delhi alone. While malaria and chikungunya cases stood at 95 and 589 respectively.
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Nearly 100 cases of chikungunya in Delhi, 40 of dengue
India | May 29, 2017, 09:45 PM ISTAt least 21 deaths due to dengue were reported last year at various hospitals, including nine at AIIMS, though the official tally of the SDMC stood at 10.
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US scientists develop world's first chikungunya vaccine
World | Dec 21, 2016, 12:03 PM ISTUS scientists have claimed to develop the first vaccine for chikungunya fever. The newly developed vaccine is made from an insect-specific virus that does not have any effect on people, making it safe and effective.
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Dengue, chikungunya cases on decline in Delhi
India | Nov 15, 2016, 06:01 PM ISTWith the season for the vector-borne diseases coming to an end, the number of chikungunya and dengue cases have plummeted in the national capital. Only 322 fresh cases of chikungunya were recorded in the past
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10 foods and liquids to consume during 'Chikungunya'
Lifestyle | Sep 28, 2016, 02:23 PM ISTChikungunya is a viral disease which causes fever and severe joint pains. These are accompanied with nausea, headaches and body rash. The basic rule to fight any infectious disease is proper nutrition and hydration.
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Amid dengue and chikungunya outbreak, NPPA announces 35 pc cut in price of paracetamol tablets, injections
India | Sep 27, 2016, 06:09 PM ISTIn the wake of flu outbreak, the drug price regulator has announced a cut in the prices of all paracetamol tablets and injections, by up to 35 per cent.