Noida has recorded 106 cases of malaria so far this year, the highest since 2022. Twenty-one cases have been reported in the last 10 days alone. On the other hand, 128 cases of dengue have been reported so far in Noida. With the rise in cases, the health department has started widespread screening and door-to-door surveys to identify hotspots reporting waterlogging.

According to a TOI report, district malaria officer Shruti Kirti Verma said, “So far, more than 150 notices have been issued to residential societies and houses where mosquito larvae were found.”

On the other hand, 21 cases of malaria have been reported so far in Ghaziabad. The city has also recorded 38 dengue cases, of which six are currently admitted in hospitals.

Health officials have urged residents to remain alert, take preventive measures and report any stagnant water source that could promote mosquito breeding, TOI reported.

Malaria is a deadly disease spread to humans by certain types of mosquitoes. It can usually be prevented and cured unless the condition becomes serious. Symptoms can be mild or life threatening. Mild symptoms are fever, chills and headache. Serious symptoms include fatigue, confusion, seizures, and difficulty breathing.

Malaria is mostly spread to people through the bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. Malaria can also be spread through blood transfusions and contaminated needles. The first symptoms may be mild, similar to many febrile illnesses, and may be difficult to recognize as malaria. If left untreated, malaria can turn into a serious illness and lead to death within 24 hours.

symptoms of malaria

Here, take a look at some of the common symptoms of malaria.

• Fever
• feeling cold
• general feeling of restlessness
• Headache
• nausea and vomiting
• Diarrhea
• stomach ache
• muscle or joint pain
• Tiredness
• breathing rapidly
• rapid heart rate
• cough.

Some people who have malaria experience cycles of malaria “attacks.” The attack usually begins with shivering and chills, followed by high fever, followed by sweating and the temperature returns to normal.

Malaria prevention measures

Use insecticide-treated nets

Sleeping under insecticide-treated nets helps form a protective barrier against mosquito bites during the night, reducing the risk of malaria.

indoor residual sprinkler

Regular application of insecticides on walls inside homes kills mosquitoes resting on these surfaces.

take anti-malaria drugs

In high-risk areas, taking anti-malaria medications as prophylaxis helps prevent malaria by killing the parasite in the early stages of infection.

drain standing water

Mosquitoes thrive in standing water, so eliminating standing water in areas such as ponds, containers and ditches helps reduce mosquito populations and the risk of malaria.

use mosquito repellents

Applying repellents containing DEET, picaridin or oil of lemon eucalyptus to exposed skin and clothing reduces mosquito bites, especially during peak mosquito activity.

wear protective clothing

Wearing long sleeves, long pants, and socks provides physical protection from mosquito bites, especially in areas where mosquitoes are active during dawn and dusk.

Improve home ventilation with screens

Mosquitoes are unable to enter homes by placing nets on windows and doors or using air conditioning.

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