Health Crisis Worsens in Kerala: Hepatitis A Cases Surge Despite Efforts, Highlighting Water Contamination Issues
Kochi, India – A concerning surge in Hepatitis A cases persists in Kerala despite concerted efforts to mitigate the outbreak. Throughout the state, there have been 3,227 confirmed infections and 16 fatalities reported up to mid-April this year, with districts such as Ernakulam, Malappuram, and Kozhikode bearing the brunt of the epidemic. Health officials have identified contaminated drinking water as the primary vector for the disease, with recent spikes in cases underscoring ongoing issues in …