Fighting Malaria
Malaria as we all know is a dreaded disease where stagnant water and unhygienic conditions are prevalent. This disease is spread by the female anopheles mosquito when it bites a human. Thus basically we can deem the mosquito the host through which the malaria virus is transmitted to people. In this case the most efficient and reliable method to get rid of these disease causing insects is to eradicate them totally and completely by a fully concentrated effort.
Eradication:
Malaria is a disease for which no vaccine has been found until now. However it is not too serious issue as breakthroughs have been made during the course of research and it will not be soon before we have a vaccine to fight off this disease. Till then we must rely on methods that describe the eradication of mosquitoes and their larvae. Mosquito eradication is not an easy way out due to the dense presence of them in highly prone areas. For the total and complete eradication of these insects data collection regarding the breeding spots etc, weather conditions and a specific and through technical approach to the problem is a must. This drive should be backed by the government authorities; it should also involve the common man and should be kink free at all levels.
Care to be taken:
Malaria mostly occurs during the wet season that spans the months of June to September. It is during this time that a lot of breeding and is seen which is a cause of concern for the common man. Directives which are made available to all stress the need to avoid the collection of stagnant and still water which are the breeding grounds for these insects. They also direct municipal and government authorities to tackle this menace in a systematic and meticulous way. Spraying of insecticides on garbage and stagnant pools of water is a must. It is common to see municipal workers dumping in mosquito eating fish in pools of still water to eliminate the larvae. As for the common man mosquito repellents, coils and mats along with insect traps are good weapons in the arsenal while fighting this menace. Travelers to the third world countries are forever advised to carry thick socks, full length pants, insect repellent creams, coils etc to keep them safe on their journey. Travelers may also queue up for anti-malaria tablets if needed.
Symptoms:
Malaria is manifested in the human body a week after the individual has been bitten by an infected mosquito. Fever and shivering are the first symptoms and should be evaluated thoroughly if the person has been traveling in a malaria prone area. Flu like symptoms after a month are signs that the virus has strengthened and this should necessitate a visit to your nearest medical centre. Malaria is a deadly disease and should you be struck with the above mentioned symptoms a few months or even after a year of your return form a mosquito infested area you should consult your doctor and seek immediate medical attention.
