Delhi's dealing with a pretty bad outbreak of mosquito diseases right now, with malaria cases hitting levels we haven't seen before. The city's health department says that between January and October of 2025, there were over 400 cases of malaria and around 75 cases of chikungunya reported. The city's struggling to get it under control, due to a shortage of people to handle mosquito control.
It's super important to know what to look for, what exactly it is, and what we can do to stop this. It's especially important if you have kids , or are worried about yourself or vulnerable people around.
What to Watch Out For (Malaria)
Malaria comes from this parasite, Plasmodium. You get it from the bite of specific disease-carrying mosquitoes. Figuring it out quickly is essential so we can get treated. Some main symptoms are
- Really high fevers with the chills can suddenly appear. Also, it hits on and off.
- Really bad headaches and also just body pain. It feels like you're tired all the time.
- Sometimes, you feel nauseous, throw up, or even have diarrhea. People confuse this with food poisoning.
- You can feel generally tired and weak, which usually lasts even once you're feeling better.
- In more serious cases, the disease makes your organs fail and people get seizures and jaundice.
Little FYI: If you or somebody in your family has a fever, start keeping a simple record of everything. Note everything so that when you visit the doctor, they will find it easier to make a diagnosis.
How to prevent it
- Mosquito Control where you live
- Get rid of any standing water around your house, whether it's in flower pot trays, buckets, or just any random pool in your house.
- Keep all water storage closed. Also, make sure that you're cleaning it regularly.
Protect Yourself
- When you're outside, use mosquito spray that has been tested.
- While you're out, wear long clothes that are brighter. Also, wear it during dawn and the evening.
- If you're sleeping in a place where mosquitoes thrive, try to sleep under treated mosquito nets.
Community
- Get together and help out with local clear-ups.
- Talk to your neighbors about mosquitoes and where they may breed.
Other tips
- Put up screens to keep mosquitoes from sneaking in.
- Use fans inside. The air makes it harder for them to land on you.
Quick Tip: Plants like citronella and lavender can give off scents that repel mosquitoes.
Treatment
- If you have a fever or feel the chills, get to the doctor immediately.
- If the doctor gives you any medication to treat the malaria, finish it all. If not, drug resistance might build up and you'll be in a worse place.
- Keep hydrated, take it easy, and manage the fever with medicine.
- Little FYI: Keep some medicine handy in case you or someone feels sick. This is helpful, especially when mosquito problems are at their peak.
Why Knowing Is Helpful
Diseases due to mosquitoes are getting worse in Delhi due to problems with the environment. People can lower their risks a lot simply by taking preventative steps.
You can set up local alerts to keep an eye out for diseases.
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