27/01/2026
🦟 DENGUE PREVENTION: Simple Steps to Protect Yourself & Family 🛡️
Dengue is a mosquito-borne viral illness that’s common in tropical regions — and the best defence is prevention. 🌍 Here’s how you can lower your risk:
🔹 Stop Mosquito Breeding Around Your Home
Mosquitoes that spread dengue breed in stagnant water. Empty, cover or clean places that collect water regularly — like buckets, plant saucers, bottles and pet bowls.
🔹 Protect Yourself From Mosquito Bites
• Apply mosquito repellent on exposed skin (choose products with DEET, picaridin or similar ingredients).
• Wear long-sleeved shirts, long pants and socks — especially during daytime when dengue mosquitoes are active.
• Install screens or mesh on windows and doors to keep mosquitoes out.
🔹 Use Bed Nets or Indoor Protection
In areas with many mosquitoes, bed nets or indoor insecticide vaporizers can add extra protection — especially if your sleeping area isn’t fully screened.
🔹 Community Effort Matters
Preventing dengue isn’t just individual — it’s a team effort! Encourage neighbours, family and friends to remove stagnant water and keep surroundings clean.
💡 There’s no widely accessible vaccine yet for the general public, so everyday actions like these are your best defense.
Let’s work together to reduce dengue risk — eliminate mosquito breeding sites and protect yourself from bites! 💪🦟
