India, July 7 -- While we bid adieu to the long and heavy spells of the monsoon, our health concerns may still have a bit of a catch in the end. The post-monsoon period, with stagnant water, high humidity and varying temperatures, proves conducive to the growth of infections, allergies, and the flourishing of mosquito-borne diseases.

Increased Risk Of Mosquito-Borne

Diseases post the monsoon. Post the monsoon, the biggest worry for people living in these areas are mosquito borne diseases like malaria, dengue and chikungunya. Mosquitoes may breed even in small pools of water that accumulate near your home. To minimise this threat, ensure you drain the water in your water containers at home at least once a week, and apply mosquito repelle...