Maharashtra Health Department has issued guidelines following the Chandipura virus death in Gujarat

Guidelines call for immediate referral of children under the age of 15 to the nearest medical facility  

In neighboring Gujarat, where 16 deaths have been reported due to the Chandipora virus, the Maharashtra Public Health Department has issued directives to deal with such cases.

Guidelines call for immediate referral of children under the age of 15 to the nearest medical facility. Health Services Dr. Radhakishan Pawar, who heads the state’s vector-borne disease control program.

“We have directed all districts and district health authorities to report symptoms such as sudden fever, behavioral changes, convulsions or fainting to be tested for dengue, Japanese encephalitis and rabies.

The incidence of Chandipura virus infection has increased dramatically, especially in villages identified as vulnerable to outbreaks.  

The virus is transmitted by female sand mosquitoes, which are particularly abundant during the first monsoon.   Chondispora infection causes encephalitis, which is inflammation or swelling of the brain tissue.This condition can be very serious and requires immediate treatment.

The Ministry of Health has implemented several measures to combat the Chandipora virus.

It is also important to ensure regular insecticide spraying of livestock and livestock areas to control sand flies, which are the main carriers of the virus.

“Neurological deficits are common in Chandapura infection and may manifest as weakness, loss of coordination or other changes in motor function.

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Author: MedBlog18 Blog Team

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