Mosquito-borne diseases are illnesses that are transmitted to humans and animals through the bites of infected mosquitoes. Mosquitoes are vectors, meaning they can carry pathogens like viruses, bacteria, or parasites from one host to another. Some common mosquito-borne diseases include Prevention and control measures for mosquito-borne diseases include mosquito control programs (such as insecticide spraying […]

What is shingles? Shingles is a virus that induces a painful, blistering rash. The varicella-zoster virus, which also causes chickenpox, is responsible for its formation.  Typically on one side of the body, either on the face, chest, back, belly, or pelvis, the shingles rash progresses into painful blisters that may also be irritating. The settling […]

What is Tomato Flu? Tomato flu or tomato fever, a rare viral infection that causes skin irritation, dehydration, and rashes, most frequently affects kids under the age of five. It could be a complication from childhood dengue or chikungunya fever rather than a brand-new viral infection. According to certain studies, viral hand, foot, and mouth […]