Increase in Leptospirosis, Hepatitis A, and Dengue Cases in Kozhikode

At least 10 cases of leptospirosis and four deaths due to the infection have been reported in Kozhikode district this month. The number of fever cases is also increasing.

According to Health department data, the four deaths were reported from Karassery, Thiruvangur, Chaliyam, and Perumanna. The persistent rain and waterlogging are believed to be contributing factors. An alert was issued in May, warning of a possible spike in leptospirosis cases. People entering murky water are advised to take doxycycline tablets. Those with fever, headache, fatigue, severe muscle pain, or symptoms of hepatitis A should seek medical treatment.

Around 1,000 fever cases are reported daily at hospitals in Kozhikode. Since July 1, nearly 20,000 people have sought treatment for fever at government hospitals. Hepatitis A cases are also reported. Most patients in general wards are suffering from fever. At the Government Medical College Hospital, patients are lying on floors and corridors due to bed shortage. School students are also affected.

There is a spike in dengue fever cases, with over 100 cases reported this month. Nadapuram, Cheekkilod, Valayam, Thuneri, Vanimel, Cheruvannur, Olavanna, and Thikkodi are affected areas. Over 200 cases of hepatitis A and one death have been reported.

According to the source: The Hindu.