Written by Tavishi Dogra | Updated : July 11, 2024 3:54 PM IST
There were 303 deaths and 2.33 lakh in 2022. The female mosquito (Aedes aegypti) bite is the leading cause of the spread of dengue. In many regions of India, it occurs because of improper drainage systems and waterlogging in some areas due to heavy rainfall.
It is essential to empower and educate society on how to take preventive measures and steps to encourage society to take responsibility for reducing the impact of dengue fever. People living in rural areas need to learn more about sanitation and how to clear up the clogged water in pits.
The prime role is to equip individuals with knowledge about the virus and to take steps to protect themselves and their families from dengue initiatives that stress the importance of taking measures. Raising awareness about the symptoms can remarkably reduce the risk of dengue infection and involve people at a mass level to inform them about the dengue virus.
Educating individuals to take responsibility for their environment and health concerns creates a sense of responsibility to encourage them to take measures to prevent the spread of disease.
Cleanliness workers and some volunteers can work together to conduct door-to-door campaigns to educate people and distribute equipment and medications required to prevent mosquito breeding at homes. They can also initiate clean-up drives to create a sense of responsibility among the individuals.
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