National Dengue Day Observed on May 16 to Combat Dengue Fever
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | National Dengue Day |
| Date | May 16 (annually) |
| Initiated by | Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India |
| Objective | Raise awareness, promote prevention, and encourage early treatment of dengue |
| Key Focus (2025) | Public education, early diagnosis, community engagement, healthcare response |
| Dengue Overview | Viral infection caused by dengue virus (DENV), transmitted by Aedes aegypti mosquito |
| Symptoms | High fever, severe headache, pain behind eyes, muscle/joint pain, nausea, rash, mild bleeding |
| Severe Dengue | Can progress to hemorrhagic fever, causing internal bleeding, organ failure, death |
| Prevention Measures | Use repellents, eliminate stagnant water, wear covered clothing, community cleanliness, avoid self-medication |
| Government Initiatives | 805 Sentinel Surveillance Hospitals, 17 Apex Referral Labs, IgM MAC ELISA kits, training programs, awareness campaigns |
| Activities (2025) | Health rallies, sanitation drives, repellent distribution, workshops, vaccination drives, community engagement |
| Significance | Encourages early treatment, highlights government preparedness, empowers public, reinforces collective efforts |