In monsoon Tulsi and Giloy increases immunity and save from seasonal diseases.

During the monsoon season, there is often an increase in humidity and rainfall, which creates a favorable environment for the growth of bacteria, viruses, and fungi. This can lead to a higher incidence of waterborne and vector-borne diseases such as malaria, dengue, cholera, and typhoid. Additionally, moisture and dampness can promote the growth of mold and mildew, which can trigger respiratory allergies and infections.

These factors can place additional stress on the immune system as it combats the pathogens and allergens present in the environment. However, it's important to note that the immune system's response depends on various factors such as overall health, nutrition, hygiene practices, and individual susceptibility to infections.

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including a balanced diet, regular exercise, adequate sleep, and good hygiene practices, can help support your immune system throughout the year, including during the monsoon season. It's also advisable to take necessary precautions, such as avoiding stagnant water, using mosquito repellents, maintaining cleanliness and dryness in living spaces, and following proper food and water hygiene practices, to minimize the risk of infections.

Tulsi and Giloy will save you from seasonal diseases: Tulsi (holy basil - Ocimum sanctum) and Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia) are traditional herbs used in Ayurveda, an ancient system of medicine from India. While these herbs have been traditionally associated with various health benefits, Tulsi is believed to possess antimicrobial and immune-enhancing properties. It is often used in Ayurvedic remedies for respiratory conditions, including coughs and colds. Some studies suggest that Tulsi may have potential therapeutic effects, but more research is needed to establish its effectiveness in treating specific respiratory ailments.

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Similarly, Giloy is regarded as an immune booster and is believed to possess anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It has been traditionally used to improve immunity and general well-being. However, there is limited scientific evidence to support its efficacy in preventing or treating dengue specifically.

It's important to remember that while these herbs may have potential health benefits, they are not a substitute for medical treatment or preventive measures recommended by healthcare professionals. If you have a cold, cough, dengue, or any other health concern, it is advisable to consult a qualified healthcare provider for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment. They can provide evidence-based guidance tailored to your specific condition.

If you have specific concerns about your immune health, it's always best to consult with a healthcare professional.

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Efforts to prevent many life threatening diseases spreading by mosquitoes…

Increasing the immunity in mosquitoes shown a hope to prevent many diseases from the biting of mosquitoes. Scientists are trying to prevent diseases like Zika, Dengue, Malaria, Chikungunya, etc. that are spreading through mosquito biting. It is observed that by giving sugar to mosquitoes, the virus will not be able to infect them and diseases will not spread. The incidence of diseases like Zika and Dengue can be reduced by developing anti-viral immunity in mosquitoes. 

In their new experiment, scientists have developed immunity against the virus that spreads these diseases in mosquitoes. Scientists from Switzerland's MRC University of Glasgow Center for Virus Research, who studied, say that after feeding sugar to female Aedes aegypti mosquito that spreads diseases, the virus is not able to spread its infection in them. In this way, they are not able to transmit the virus to humans, and the risk of diseases decreases. 

Why do mosquitoes spread diseases like dengue? Mosquitoes depend on flower nectar for their energy, but they need blood for reproduction. To get this blood, they bite humans. During this time, the virus of diseases like Zika and Dengue present in them reaches humans. Researcher Dr. Emily Pondeville observed, after eating sugar, immunity against the virus increases in mosquitoes, but the reason why this happens is still not clear. However, this can reduce the cases of mosquito-borne diseases worldwide.

How deadly are mosquitoes proving to be? According to the World Mosquito Program, 700 million people worldwide get sick every year from mosquito bites. Of these, 10 lakh people die. Cases of Zika, Yellow Fever, Chikungunya, Malaria, and Dengue are reported in the maximum number of patients. According to the European Center for Disease Control Prevention, the number of yellow fever mosquitoes has increased so much in the last 20 to 30 years that they have become among the most disease-carrying mosquitoes. 

Dengue cases increased 30 times in 50 years- According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the dengue virus infects approx. 400 million people every year and about 25 thousand people die from it. According to the WHO, dengue cases have increased by 30 times in the last 50 years. Dengue virus causes fever and body aches after infection.

WHO approves first malaria vaccine........

World gets malaria vaccine: WHO approves first malaria vaccine, will start with African countries; Every year more than 3 lakh cases are coming in India. World Health Organization (WHO) has approved the first malaria vaccine RTS, S/AS01 in the world. It will start from African countries most affected by malaria. After this, the focus of WHO will be on funding arrangements to make malaria vaccine worldwide, so that this vaccine can reach every needy country. 

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After this, the governments of the respective countries will decide whether they include the vaccine in the measures to control malaria. The WHO has said that this vaccine has brought great hope for the countries, that are most affected by malaria.

More than 3 lakh cases of malaria in India every year: Children under the age of 5 are at the highest risk of malaria. Every two minutes a child dies of malaria. In 2019, there were 4.09 lakh deaths approx. due to malaria worldwide, of which about 67% were children, whose age was less than 5 years. In the year, 2015, India had the highest 384 deaths due to malaria. Since then the death toll has steadily decreased and there were more than 3 lakh 38 thousand cases of malaria in India in 2019 but about 50 people only died.  

Vaccine trials completed in African countries: The malaria vaccine RTS, S/AS01 was used in 2019 as a pilot program in Ghana, Kenya, and Malawi. Under this, 23 lakh children were given the vaccine, based on its results, the WHO has now approved the vaccine. This vaccine was first made in 1987 by the GSK company. 

Severe cases will be 30% less: According to the results of the pilot project, the malaria vaccine is safe and can prevent 30% of severe cases. Of the children given this vaccine, two-thirds were those who did not have mosquito nets. It has also been revealed that the malaria vaccine does not have any negative effect on other vaccines or other measures to prevent malaria. The WHO recommends giving children in sub-Saharan African countries 4 doses of malaria vaccine by the age of two. This vaccine neutralizes Plasmodium falciparum. Plasmodium falciparum is one of the five parasites that cause malaria and is the most dangerous. 

According to the WHO, 4 out of every 10 malaria cases can be prevented by the vaccine, and 3 out of 10 people can be saved in severe cases. According to the WHO, malaria causes 4.10 lakh deaths worldwide every year, most of them children from African countries. Half of all malaria deaths worldwide occur in six sub-Saharan African countries. A quarter of these cases are from Nigeria. These are the major symptoms of malaria • Chills       • high fever  • Headache   • Sore Throat  • sweat  • Tiredness  • Restlessness • Vomiting • Anemia• Muscle pain   • Bloody diarrhea etc.