Climate change is having alarming effects on the prevalence and spread of
lymphatic filariasis in India. Lymphatic filariasis, also known as
elephantiasis, is a parasitic disease transmitted by mosquitoes. Rising
temperatures and changing rainfall patterns due to climate change are
creating favorable conditions for mosquitoes to breed and multiply, thereby
increasing the risk of infection. Additionally, extreme weather events like
floods and cyclones can displace populations, leading to the disruption of
healthcare services and the spread of the disease. Efforts to control and
eliminate lymphatic filariasis in India must now also consider the climate
change factor, implementing strategies such as improved mosquito control
measures, early detection, and timely treatment.
lymphatic filariasis in India. Lymphatic filariasis, also known as
elephantiasis, is a parasitic disease transmitted by mosquitoes. Rising
temperatures and changing rainfall patterns due to climate change are
creating favorable conditions for mosquitoes to breed and multiply, thereby
increasing the risk of infection. Additionally, extreme weather events like
floods and cyclones can displace populations, leading to the disruption of
healthcare services and the spread of the disease. Efforts to control and
eliminate lymphatic filariasis in India must now also consider the climate
change factor, implementing strategies such as improved mosquito control
measures, early detection, and timely treatment.
