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Kerala Reports 25 Shigella Cases in Eight Days; Malappuram Leads

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Kerala recorded 25 Shigella infections in the first eight days of November, including nine cases in Malappuram, prompting health surveillance.

By News National Editorial Team

Kerala has reported 25 confirmed Shigella infections during the first eight days of November, prompting health authorities to strengthen surveillance and public-health precautions across affected districts.

Malappuram recorded the highest number, with nine confirmed cases. Kozhikode reported six, Palakkad three, Thrissur and Kollam two each, while Thiruvananthapuram, Idukki and Ernakulam reported one case each, according to a report published by Kerala Kaumudi on November 9.

All nine patients reported in Malappuram were from Elamkulam panchayat. Two children were among those receiving treatment.

The latest cases followed an increase reported on Friday, November 6, when 13 infections were confirmed across the state. Seven of those cases were in Malappuram, five in Kozhikode and one in Thalavoor in Kollam district.

Health authorities have also been monitoring a suspected food-poisoning incident in Meppayur, Kozhikode, where more than 100 students were taken to hospital. Medical examinations reportedly found Shigella symptoms in 20 students.

Shigella is a bacterial infection that can spread through contaminated food and water and through person-to-person transmission when hygiene and sanitation practices are inadequate. Symptoms can include diarrhoea, fever, stomach pain, vomiting and, in some cases, blood or mucus in the stool.

Contaminated drinking water, unsafe food handling and inadequate sanitation can contribute to outbreaks. Health officials have urged people to use safe drinking water, wash their hands thoroughly and ensure that food is prepared and stored hygienically.

People experiencing severe diarrhoea, fever or signs of dehydration should seek medical attention promptly, particularly when young children are affected.

The November increase follows earlier infections reported in the state. Kerala Kaumudi reported that 583 cases and eight deaths had been recorded during the year up to the time of its report. These figures underline the importance of early detection, public awareness and coordinated action by local health departments.

The current case count is based on reported confirmed infections and may change as testing and surveillance continue.

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