Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:48pm on 02 Feb 2024,Friday Health & Wellness
Health officials in Karnataka's Uttara Kannada district reported 31 cases of monkey fever, or Kyasanur Forest Disease (KFD), in the last 15 days. Among the infected, 12 patients are hospitalized while the rest receive treatment at home. Spread by tick bites, the disease prompts symptoms like high fever and severe body ache. Authorities conduct door-to-door awareness campaigns to educate residents on preventive measures. Dr. Neeraj B, the district health officer, assures that medical facilities are prepared to handle cases. Forest officials also join efforts to raise awareness about precautions against contracting the disease.
