Shigellosis Cases and Deaths Reported in Kerala
Kerala has had four shigellosis-related deaths this year, with the latest involving a seven-year-old boy from Malappuram district who died at Kozhikode Medical College Hospital after rapid deterioration despite treatment. Kozhikode district reported the highest number of cases. Health authorities are urging the public to practice strict hygiene, ensure safe drinking water, and seek prompt medical幫
Kerala has had four shigellosis-related deaths this year. The latest involved a seven-year-old boy from Malappuram district who died at Kozhikode Medical College Hospital after being admitted with fever and severe diarrhoea and experiencing rapid deterioration despite treatment. Kozhikode district reported the highest number of shigellosis cases in the state. Accounts differ on the total number of confirmed cases: The Hindu reported 85 confirmed cases till June, while onmanorama.com reported 135 cases confirmed since January. Shigellosis is self-limiting in healthy adults and can be fatal for children under five. The elderly and immunocompromised individuals are highly vulnerable to the infection. Health authorities are urging the public to practice strict hygiene, ensure safe drinking water, and seek prompt medical help for shigellosis symptoms.
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