Kerala Issues High Alert for West Nile Fever Following Recent Deaths
Kerala West Nile Fever Alert: Everything You Need To Know About The Mosquito-Borne Disease
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Kerala health authorities have raised a high alert due to a recent death from suspected West Nile fever in Ernakulam district. The Health Department is urging residents to engage in mosquito control to mitigate infection risks, particularly as this marks the second death linked to the disease in a week.
- 01A 70-year-old man from Kadungalloor died from suspected West Nile fever, marking the second death in Ernakulam district within a week.
- 02West Nile fever is transmitted by Culex mosquitoes and does not spread from person to person.
- 03Symptoms can range from mild flu-like signs to severe neurological issues, including encephalitis and meningitis.
- 04Certain groups, such as older adults and pregnant women, are at higher risk for severe illness.
- 05Preventive measures include eliminating stagnant water and using mosquito repellents.
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Kerala's health authorities have issued a high alert following the death of a 70-year-old man from Kadungalloor, suspected to be due to West Nile fever. This incident marks the second reported death linked to this mosquito-borne disease in Ernakulam district within a week. In response, the Kerala Health Department has ramped up surveillance efforts and is urging residents to participate in mosquito-control initiatives to mitigate the risk of infection. West Nile fever, caused by the West Nile virus, is primarily transmitted through the bite of infected Culex mosquitoes and does not spread between humans. Symptoms can vary widely, from mild flu-like signs to severe complications affecting the nervous system, such as encephalitis and meningitis, which require urgent medical attention. Vulnerable populations include older adults, pregnant women, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Health officials recommend preventive measures, including the removal of stagnant water, use of mosquito repellents, and maintaining cleanliness around residential areas to curb mosquito breeding.
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The alert and intensified surveillance aim to prevent further infections and deaths from West Nile fever in the community.
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