The Mosquito That Bites by Day: Dengue Confirmed in Sokoto and Zamfara, Chikungunya in Sokoto

Most of us fear mosquitoes at night, under the net. The mosquitoes behind this week’s alert bite in broad daylight.

NCDC has confirmed dengue in Sokoto and Zamfara and chikungunya in Sokoto, and sent rapid response teams with mosquito experts. No case counts have been released yet.

Both cause fever, headache and body or joint pain, so don’t assume every fever is malaria. Get tested. Dengue turns dangerous when warning signs appear: severe belly pain, constant vomiting, or bleeding from the gums or nose. Go to hospital fast.

For pain, WHO advises paracetamol, not ibuprofen or aspirin. Cover water containers, clear standing water, and protect yourself from bites during the day too.

This article is for general information and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.