Dengue Fever Prevention

Get dengue vaccination

At present, there are dengue vaccines available to protect you against all four serotypes of the dengue virus. However, medical consultation is required prior to vaccination for both individuals with and without a history of dengue infection.

Eliminate mosquito breeding grounds

Aedes mosquitoes, the carriers of dengue virus, breed in stagnant water and in containers such as tires, plastic lids, pots, pet water bowls, etc.

Use mosquito repellents

Use insect repellent, particularly in tropical locations with high mosquito populations to help keep mosquitoes away. In addition, you should use a mosquito repellent cream or spray when you are in a location where mosquitoes are prevalent, or even within your house.

For children or infants, you can use mosquito repellent patches or wipes. 

Wear protective clothing

To avoid mosquito bites, it is recommended to wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants, and socks and shoes. Wearing this kind of protective clothing is advised, particularly in regions areas with high risk of dengue fever or where mosquitoes are prevalent.

Get rid of stagnant water

As mosquito breeding grounds are produced by stagnant water that is not regularly drained. Therefore, the water in flower pots should be drained, and buckets, jars, and containers with lids should all have their water regularly cleaned and changed, as well as pet water bowls, vases, and anti-ant bowls in the kitchen.

Keep your house airy and well-lit

Because mosquitoes prefer to live in damp, gloomy environments, you must let sunshine into your room or house  in order to keep mosquitoes out.

To help keep mosquitoes away from a room or section of your home, you can also use insect repellent coils or herbs for around half an hour.