Myths and truths - dengue and aedes

Most Malaysians today know what is dengue fever and the aedes mosquito. But before we start raging against the mosquito, killing every little insect that flies within range in our house with our favourite aerosol insecticide and emptying those containers after a drizzling day, the most vital thing to do is equipping ourselves with ample knowledge on the disease and its culprit.

Here are 10 common facts and myths about dengue fever and the aedes mosquito.



“Ignorance is the most serious disease of mankind and is the cause of all its ills. Healing is achieved through knowledge”-Buddha.