6 reasons why dengue fever increases in the rainy season

(Baonghean.vn) - Dengue fever is a disease caused by the Dengue superbug. The Aedes mosquito is the vector of the disease. It transmits the virus from an infected person to a healthy person when sucking the victim's blood. So, the main reason for the increase in dengue fever during the rainy season is the increase in the reproduction of this mosquito species during the rainy season.

Objective reasons.

Firstly, the habitat and breeding ground of this Aedes mosquito is very close to humans. They can be anywhere in the house: broken water jars, puddles that have not been cleaned for a long time, etc. So the possibility of contact with humans is very high.

Next is due to the climate characteristics of our country is hot, humid and rainy in the period from June to November. This is the weather period is extremely favorable for laying eggs of Aedes mosquitoes. Then the eggs hatch into larvae and develop into mosquitoes. It is during this period that the density of mosquitoes increases rapidly.

Thirdly, during the rainy season, floods cause many areas to be flooded, wastewater and stagnant water sources are not treated or cleaned. This is an extremely favorable environment for mosquitoes to breed strongly. In this condition, the possibility of an outbreak is very high.

Breeding environment of Aedes mosquitoes.

Subjective causes

There is an unexpected reason that can explain the increase in dengue fever during the rainy season. That is due to unhygienic living habits of people. It is known that mosquitoes can live and develop in discarded cans. Indiscriminate littering is also a factor that causes dengue fever to increase during the rainy season.

There are also many other causes. Such as objects that can contain water for a long time without being cleaned or sanitized, and garbage that has not been thrown away for a long time. These are also potential causes of dengue fever.

Another reason is human subjectivity. That is, people are not careful to prevent the disease. They do not use insect repellent, do not sleep with mosquito nets or cover their bodies. This is also the reason why dengue fever increases in the rainy season.

Destroy and block mosquito breeding grounds

A messy, dirty, damp house is a favorite place for mosquitoes. Therefore, to destroy and stop the breeding of mosquitoes, the first thing you must do is clean the house so that mosquitoes have no place to live and breed.

Clean and keep items dry:It is necessary to clean and keep dry items such as water jars, plastic barrels, etc., which are places where water easily stagnates, creating conditions for mosquitoes to live and breed, and for mosquito larvae to develop.

Clean up water and debris from gutters:Rainwater and debris (e.g. leaves) left in gutters are ideal places for mosquitoes to live and breed. Therefore, clean the gutters regularly, especially during the rainy season.

Clear the drain:Above all, drainage pipes converge factors such as: Dark, humid, ... are "perfect" places for mosquitoes to live, especially clogged pipes will stimulate mosquitoes to develop very quickly.

Therefore, you should know some ways to deal with clogged drains to clear the pipes, for example: boil water and pour it into the pipes to clear the residue stuck in the pipes, and also kill mosquito eggs and larvae.

Clearing the bushes:If your home is near an area with a lot of bushes, trim them regularly to keep mosquitoes from having a place to live.

Clean the kitchen and bathroom area:After cooking or after a meal, take some time to clean up the kitchen and make sure it is neat and tidy. Also, don't forget to clean the bathroom every day.

Effective mosquito repellent with things always available in your home:

Mixture of eucalyptus and lemon oils.

Mosquitoes hate the scent of eucalyptus oil and lemon, so when we combine the two, we will have a mixture with a pleasant natural scent that not only helps prevent mosquitoes effectively but also helps you relax your mind.

The method is very simple, you mix eucalyptus oil and lemon in a 1:1 ratio, then apply the mixture to the skin area where you are often bitten by mosquitoes, the mild fragrance of the mixture will keep mosquitoes away from you. Rest assured, this is a natural mosquito repellent, does not cause side effects like other mosquito repellent chemicals.

Garlicky

Garlic has a strong, unpleasant smell, which is why mosquitoes stay away from garlic. You can make a simple garlic-scented mosquito-repellent room spray by chopping garlic and boiling it in water. Use the garlic water in a spray bottle around the room, and all the flies and mosquitoes will run away.

Lemongrass

Planting lemongrass around the house or spraying lemongrass essential oil around the room is also one of the effective ways to prevent mosquitoes./.

Pear Flower

(Synthetic)