
New Delhi: Amidst continued rainfall in the capital and NCR, dengue cases are once again on the rise and the experts are suggesting early prevention of the vector borne disease. "Prevention of Dengue is very important, as this disease is very dangerous and even fatal if not treated early," said Dr Y Suvarna Senior Consultant, Pediatric and Neonatology in Rosewalk Hospital.
"Dengue is a mosquito" mosquito-borne disease caused by the virus. It presents in mild, severe, haemorrhagic forms," Dr Suvarna said adding that it is important to understand the course of the disease. Dr Suvarna further explained the prevention by taking precautions to save one from mosquito">mosquito exposure. He also suggested wearing clothes which cover the maximum area of the body.