The State Health Department has intensified preventive measures following reports of Shigella infections in several districts of Keralam.
One case each was reported in Thiruvananthapuram and Thrissur, while three cases each were confirmed in Malappuram and Kozhikode on November 7.
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Shigella infections have been reported in four districts of Keralam.
Eight confirmed cases in Malappuram.
Thiruvananthapuram and Thrissur reported one case each in the latest update.
Kozhikode and Malappuram reported three cases each on November 7, according to Akashvani.
Health authorities have intensified preventive measures, including chlorination.
The total number of confirmed Shigella cases in Malappuram had reached eight.
The Health Department has issued an alert to prevent further spread of the infection and intensified preventive measures, including chlorination of water sources.
Authorities are continuing surveillance and preventive interventions in the affected areas.
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Why This Matters
Shigella infections can spread through contaminated food and drinking water. Strengthening sanitation, ensuring safe drinking water and maintaining disease surveillance are important to prevent further infections.
