Lumina Reminders: 8 Tips to Avoid Dengue at Home

Several areas in the Philippines have seen a rise in dengue cases, according to the Department of Health, including the Cagayan Valley and other parts of Central Luzon, Central Visayas, Zamboanga Peninsula, and the Cordillera Administrative Region. In reality, a dengue outbreak was recorded in Zamboanga City last month, when the death toll from the mosquito-borne illness reached 13.

Dengue Fever

It is possible to get really sick from the dengue virus, which is spread through mosquito bites. Water gathered in various locations forms a breeding ground for mosquitoes during monsoon season, which raises the risk of dengue fever. A high fever, rashes on the body, and aches in the muscles and joints are some symptoms of dengue.

There is also a severe type of dengue that may cause serious bleeding, a reduction in blood pressure, and in some instances death known as hemorrhagic fever.

Dengue may be avoided by preventing mosquito bites, which is one of the most effective methods. It's been easier to avoid mosquito bites since the pandemic, but you still need to make sure your home is mosquito-free. To reduce the danger of dengue fever at home, here are a few dengue prevention tips you should do:

Tip #1. Wear protective clothing or use a mosquito net to avoid mosquito bites.

During mosquito season, it is best to sleep in rooms with air conditioning and mosquito netting on the windows. Wear long sleeves and long pants to keep as much of your skin covered as possible. Your risk of being bitten decreases in direct proportion to the amount of skin that is exposed to you. Wearing light-colored clothes can also help keep insects away.

Tip #2. Use mosquito repellent creams.

Mosquito repellent lotions are the most effective method of preventing dengue disease. Applying more than three times a day is not recommended, and the amount of time protection lasts depends on the product. As the concentration increases, the duration of protection increases as well.

The ingredients in cream repellents may cause some individuals to have an adverse reaction, so be careful to do a skin test before using them. You can also use alternatives to repel mosquitoes such as:

Mosquito patches. These are clothing patches that may be attached to the inside of garments. They are non-toxic and may last up to three days. These are the perfect choice for newborns and small children since they are very safe.

Mosquito wipes. These are an excellent alternative for children since they are less messy than lotions and are effective against mosquitoes.

Repellent bands. These are citronella-infused silicone bracelets that are waterproof and keep insects at bay.

Tip #3. Prevent mosquito bites by using mosquito deterrents.

To keep dengue mosquitoes from invading your home, utilize cleaning products and other deterrents while doing your daily chores or cleaning your home.

In addition, electric vaporizers that keep mosquitoes at bay all day are included in this category. For this reason, it is important to be careful while utilizing vaporizers. Mosquitoes are deterred by adding a drop of citronella or lemongrass oil to the water used to clean the floors. Bed nets sprayed with pesticide should be used when sleeping and the windows should be closed to prevent you from being bitten while you sleep. Also, putting cloves in lemons and oranges helps repels mosquitoes and flies away from the home because of its scent.

Tip #4. Make sure that your house is well-lit at all times.

It is common for mosquitoes to lay their eggs in dimly lit, cramped areas. Allow the light to shine in through your windows all day to keep mosquitoes out of your house. Make sure all windows and doors are shut and covered with mosquito screens for additional protection.

Tip #5. Aesthetics that attract mosquitoes should be avoided at all costs.

Like moths to a flame, mosquitoes are attracted to strong scents like those of perspiration and perfume. Use unscented fragrances and lotions and take frequent showers to prevent perspiration from clinging to your skin.

Tip #6. Plan your trips ahead of time.

If you think that the only place where you may get dengue fever is in your own house, well, you're wrong.

There's nothing to stop it from happening when camping on a hot and humid day or while hiking in the woods on wet days. Consider the weather while planning your vacation, and include all the insect protection you can think of, from lotions to netted sleeping bags.

Tip #7. Spray mosquito killer in your home.

Despite all of your measures, mosquitoes may still make their way inside your house. They are cunning insects. The best way to protect yourself against the dengue virus is to use a mosquito killer. Using a mosquito killer, you can eliminate mosquitoes that carry diseases including malaria, chikungunya, and dengue-infected mosquitoes. It is best if you can frequently spray mosquito killers both inside and outside your home.

There are a wide variety of mosquito-killing sprays on the market nowadays, so you may select the one that best suits your needs.

In choosing the best dengue mosquito killers, make sure that they can instantly kill dengue mosquitoes, are simple to use, have no negative effects on people (when used in the recommended way), and have a long-term impact.

Tip #8. Get rid of stagnant water and prevent dengue fever.

Determining the source of a mosquito's ability to spawn dengue may be done by looking at the water in which it lives. In order to avoid dengue fever, it is important to reduce the environment available for mosquitoes to spawn such as stagnant water. So make sure to get rid of any stagnant water and constantly cover your garbage containers. It's important to maintain a healthy and clean environment in order to prevent the spread of disease.

Getting a safe, clean, and green environment for your family

You can avoid mosquitoes from entering your home and prevent severe dengue fever if you can ensure that your community is safe from mosquito breeding grounds and is always well-maintained.

If you're searching for a home that is safe and clean for your family, Lumina Homes is the community you are looking for!

In Lumina Homes, we keep our homeowners safe by keeping the environment clean through our well-maintained facilities and amenities. Lumina Homes is also currently in the process of reinforcing its Community Development Group’s policies around the country to strengthen its policy on efficient waste segregation and collection. As part of the Villar SIPAG Foundation and other non-profit organizations, Lumina's eco-facilities are specialized structures within the building that accepts waste and processes it for donation to Villar SIPAG Foundation and other organizations that make compost fertilizer or recycle plastic waste into plastic chairs.

Through these initiatives in waste management, Lumina Homes will not only give its residents the assurance of a cleaner and safer environment for them and their whole families but also a sustainable and greener community to live in as well.

Be practical. Choose a healthy and safe community with Lumina Homes. For more details about our more than 50 subdivisions nationwide, you can visit our website or follow our official social media accounts.