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19 Aug

World Mosquito Day 2026: Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana Boosts Cashless Treatment for Vector-Borne Diseases in Punjab

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBalbir Singh, dengue, malaria, Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana, Punjab Healthcare, World Mosquito Day

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): With monsoon conditions favouring mosquito breeding, Punjab is strengthening surveillance, prevention and treatment for dengue, malaria and other vector-borne diseases. Alongside these public-health measures, the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana (MMSY) is helping eligible families access cashless healthcare when illness requires treatment. Earlier this year, Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr Balbir Singh stressed the need for stronger community participation in preventing mosquito-borne diseases. During a state-level review, authorities highlighted dengue, malaria and chikungunya and called for greater surveillance, testing and elimination of mosquito-breeding sites. Punjab has reported a substantial decline in dengue. Cases fell from 23,389 in…

27 Aug

Monsoon Season Brings Health Risks, Experts Stress Hygiene and Immunity Boost

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsLifestylechikungunya, dengue, flu prevention, immunity, malaria, Monsoon illnesses, seasonal health, vaccination

National Times Bureau, August 27, 2025: The monsoon brings relief from the summer heat, but it also creates the perfect environment for seasonal illnesses such as flu, dengue, malaria, and chikungunya. This makes it important to strengthen immunity, practice hygiene, and remain alert to early symptoms.Seasonal changes, especially heavy rains and fluctuating temperatures, can weaken the body’s natural defences. Children and the elderly are most vulnerable because their immunity is either still developing or has begun to decline with age. Extra care, preventive measures, and timely vaccination are essential during this season.To reduce the risk of infection, experts highlight some…