Monsoon Health Guide: Beating Dengue, Malaria and Viral Fever

The monsoon brings relief from the heat — and a sharp rise in fever cases. Most are viral and settle in a few days, but dengue and malaria need prompt testing.

Warning signs that need a doctor

• Fever above 102°F lasting more than two days
• Severe body ache, pain behind the eyes or a rash
• Vomiting, belly pain or bleeding gums
• A child who is unusually drowsy or not drinking

Simple prevention

• Empty standing water in coolers, pots and tyres every week
• Use nets and full-sleeve clothes at dawn and dusk
• Drink boiled or filtered water
• Don't take painkillers other than paracetamol without advice

Our laboratory runs dengue NS1, malaria and CBC tests 24 hours a day, so you can get answers the same day.