Shigellosis

A week-long chlorination drive has been initiated in Wayanad following a fresh case of shigellosis. The measure aims to prevent further spread of the disease.

A college student in Wayanad, Kerala, tested positive for shigellosis, and four other students with similar symptoms were hospitalized. The case marks a fresh outbreak in the region.

The health department in Kochi has urged safe food habits following the reporting of three shigellosis cases. The advisory aims to prevent further spread of the infection.

Eight new shigellosis cases have been reported in Kerala, with three in Kozhikode, two in Wayanad, and one each in Ernakulam, Thrissur, and Malappuram. Six deaths linked to the disease were reported in the state in June.

Kerala is experiencing a surge in dengue, influenza, and leptospirosis cases, with 159 confirmed dengue cases reported in a single day. Shigellosis cases also persist, with 15 cases reported across five districts.

The State reported 10 additional shigellosis cases, bringing the total to 150 cases and six deaths in June.

Thirteen additional cases of shigellosis were reported in Kerala on Saturday.

Ten more cases of shigellosis have been reported in Kerala, bringing the total number of cases to 196.

An increase in shigellosis cases has been reported in seven districts of Kerala. The outbreak is currently being monitored in the region.

The government is testing bottled water to prevent waterborne diseases, and unhygienic wayside food joints will be closed. Eight cases of shigellosis have been reported in Kerala.

Two cases of shigellosis have been reported in Kerala's Idukki district, affecting two children aged four and nine. The infections were detected in the Kanjikuzhi panchayat area.

Two additional deaths have been reported in Kerala due to shigellosis.

A boy in Malappuram died from shigellosis, prompting the Malappuram district administration to launch a two-week campaign against communicable diseases starting June 17.

No new cases of shigellosis have been reported in Wayanad. The update indicates a potential decline or stabilization in the outbreak's spread.

Another death due to shigellosis has been reported in Kerala. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about the disease in the region.

Ernakulam district is on alert due to rising shigellosis cases in the state, though no recent cases have been reported there. The District Medical Officer (DMO) warns of ongoing threats and urges the public to follow food safety measures and maintain personal hygiene.

Shigellosis cases in Wayanad have increased to three, prompting the Health Minister to review the situation. Officials are instructed to develop a special treatment protocol and conduct strict hygiene inspections at roadside eateries and hotels. Efforts are underway to identify the infection source.

Anganwadi staff are being trained in preventive measures against shigellosis to ensure children's safety. The initiative aims to protect children by adopting these measures.

Kerala reported 85 confirmed cases of shigellosis by June. The infection is self-limiting in healthy adults but poses a fatal risk for children under five, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals.

A four-year-old child died of shigellosis in Kozhikode. The incident highlights a health concern in the region.