Every year May 16 is celebrated as National Dengue Day to spread awareness about dengue fever. Check out these effective tips to prevent kids from dengue fever.
MOSQUITO NETs
Always use mosquito nets for your kids as they help to protect them from mosquito bites and reduce the risk of dengue.
MOSQUITO REPELLENTs
Use mosquito repellent to safeguard your kids from mosquitoes. Make sure it doesn't contain any harmful chemicals that can be harmful to kid's health.
CLOTHING
Make sure your kid wear full-length clothes that cover their body as visible skin can be an easy target for mosquitoes.
WINDOW NETS
Cover your window with a mosquito-protected net to prevent them from entering your house. It can reduce the risk of mosquito bites.
COILS AND VAPOURISERs
You can use an anti-mosquito herbal coil and vapouriser to protect your kid from mosquitoes at home. Be careful as it can irritate asthma patients.
EXPERT TIPS
These are some prevention tips from the World Health Organization to protect kids from mosquito bites and dengue fever.
CONCLUSION
Follow these tips and schedule a regular health checkup for your kids to prevent dengue fever. Consult a paediatrician for personalised advice.