9, Dec 2025
Scrub Typhus on the Rise: Key Prevention Tips for 2025
Hyderabad, Dec 9:- Andhra Pradesh is witnessing an unusual spike in Scrub typhus cases this season, with more than 174 confirmed infections and Visakhapatnam reporting over 130 cases, according to state health officials. The disease, which has already claimed eight lives, is prompting renewed attention to preventive health and personal immunity.
Scrub typhus is not new to India, but its rising incidence in rural and semi-urban pockets has become a growing concern. The infection is caused by a bacterium called Orientia tsutsugamushi, spread through the bite of infected chiggers tiny larval mites found in grassy, bushy, and wooded areas. The CDC notes that the illness is common in parts of Southeast Asia, the Indian subcontinent, and other tropical regions.
How the Disease Spreads;
People generally contract scrub typhus when they come into contact with vegetation where infected mites are present. Farmers, field workers, children playing outdoors, and individuals living near dense greenery are at higher risk. Symptoms often begin with fever, body aches, headache, and may escalate if untreated.
Prevention Is the Strongest Defence;
Public health experts emphasise simple but effective prevention measures:
- Avoid sitting or sleeping directly on grass.
- Wear full-sleeved clothing when in fields or forested areas.
- Keep surroundings clean and free from overgrown vegetation.
- Seek immediate medical attention if fever develops after outdoor exposure.
Can Immunity Play a Role?
While environmental precautions are essential, many doctors believe that strong baseline immunity can influence how the body responds to infections.
Hyderabad-based classical homeopathy practitioner Dr. Anubbha explains that long-term constitutional care can help improve an individual’s resistance to seasonal and vector-borne illnesses.
“In classical homeopathy, each remedy is tailored to the person’s genetic constitution. When immunity is strengthened, the body becomes less reactive to infectious triggers. We observed this even during COVID-19—patients with consistent constitutional support tended to cope better,” she says.
According to Dr. Anubbha, classical homeopathy does not act as a vaccine, but it enhances the body’s internal defence system, helping individuals remain more resilient when exposed to infections like scrub typhus.
Holistic Prevention Matters;
Experts agree that a combined approach works best:
- Environmental care to reduce exposure
- Timely diagnosis to prevent complications
- Immunity-building practices, including classical homeopathy, for long-term resilience
As scrub typhus cases continue to rise in Andhra Pradesh, a stronger focus on prevention and personal immunity can help communities stay prepared and protected.
Dr. Anubbha, BHMS,
Classical Homeopathy Specialist,
Dr. Anubbha’s Homeopathy, Kondapur & Masab Tank.
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- By Neel Achary
