World Malaria Day is celebrated annually on April 25. The day raises awareness about the disease and promotes measures to control and prevent it. This global initiative, organised by the World Health Organistation (WHO), highlights the importance of protecting oneself and combating malaria. The disease is caused by infected female Anopheles mosquitoes.
Malaria continues to affect lakhs of people, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. This life-threatening disease can be prevented if crucial steps and preventive measures are strictly followed by individuals and communities. Here are some tips to keep yourself safe from malaria:
Sleep In AC Rooms
Mosquitoes turn less active in cool environments. Sleeping in air-conditioned rooms can lower the risk of mosquito bites.
Apply Mosquito Repellent
Wear repellents with DEET, picaridin, or lemon eucalyptus oil on exposed areas of the body and over clothes. These repellents reduce the human scent that tends to attract mosquitoes. You may reapply it as mentioned on the product’s instruction corner.
Mosquito Nets
One of the most effective solutions to eliminate malaria is sleeping under an insecticide-treated mosquito net (ITN). The net comes at an affordable price and creates a barrier between you and the parasites during the night.
Wear Long And Protective Clothing
Wear protective clothing and cover yourself with full-sleeved shirts and long pants. This helps in reducing exposed skin, making it difficult for mosquitoes to bite. Dark colours attract mosquitoes, so prefer light-coloured clothing.
Eliminate Standing Water
Mosquitoes mostly breed in standing water. Keep containers such as flower pots and buckets covered and avoid the collection of water. Changing water in bowls or plant trays can prevent breeding.
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