As monsoon rains lash across India, concerns about dengue fever are rising sharply. According to the Karnataka state Health Department, the state of Karnataka has breached the 10,000 mark with dengue cases. On Wednesday, the state had reported 487 positive cases of dengue within 24 hours. Other parts of India are also grappling with vector-borne diseases like dengue and Zika. Maharashtra has so far recorded 25 cases of Zika virus out of which 21 are from Pune. Dengue cases can turn fatal at times and depends a lot on the patients immune health and severity of the disease. Zika on the other hand is most dangerous for pregnant women because it can transfer to the foetus and cause birth defects. This has now been a major public health concern, affecting millions of people in India each year. The monsoon season creates ideal for mosquitoes, which can significantly increase the risk of dengue transmission. Expert Speaks: How To Prevent Vector-Borne Diseases From Spreading? The city of Bangalore, in particular, has seen a surge in cases dengue cases his year. Dr. Sujatha KC, General Physician at Sujatha Clinic in Bangalore, provides some critical insights on this issue. Monsoon in India causes a significant increase vector-borne diseases partly due to the never ending rainfall and partly due to lack of awareness and vector control. Dr. Sujatha KC says, "This is concerning for cities like Bengaluru, which has already reported over 7,000 cases this year. According to recent Practo insights, there has been a 590% increase in dengue-related inquiries from the first week of April to the first week of July. This alarming trend continues, with a 215% rise from the end of May to the end of June, an 83% increase in the last month, and a 48% rise in the past 14 days alone. This surge indicates that people are proactively seeking information and consultations due to heightened health risks during the monsoon." Doctor also went on to say, "With increased mosquito populations, the risk of mosquito-borne diseases like dengue grows. Community-wide efforts to mitigate transmission are crucial." To prevent mosquito breeding, here are some recommendations that people must follow: