Kundapur: Over 200 fall ill, cholera suspected; tahsildar visits affected areas


Daijiworld Media Network – Kundapur (MS)

Kundapur, Oct 5: More than 200 people from Madikal and Karkikali, under the Uppunda gram panchayat, fell ill due to suspected cholera. Tahsildar Pradeep and health department officials visited the area to inspect the surroundings.

Officials reported that water samples from the drinking water supplied by the panchayat will be tested, and action will be taken based on the results, as the public suspects the disease is waterborne. CEO of the taluk panchayat Bharati and taluk medical officer Dr Rajesh were also present.

According to health department officials, the disease originated from water and has since been spreading from person to person. Approximately 145 people have recovered after medical treatment. Three patients are under observation at Kundapur government hospital and Byndoor. Some have been admitted to private hospitals, while others are self-treating at home. There are reportedly no serious cases.

A nurse from the Byndoor PHC, who treated a patient, is said to have contracted the disease and is currently receiving medical care.

Dr Premananda of Kundapur hospital stated, “No serious cases have been observed. As soon as the first case was reported, we implemented precautionary measures. Information has been gathered from the site, and all patients have recovered after medical treatment.”

Mohanchandra, president of the Uppunda gram panchayat, said, “Measures are being taken to ensure a continuous supply of clean drinking water. Cleanliness is being prioritized within the panchayat limits. Public and official support is crucial at this time.”

Dr Rajesh, medical officer of Byndoor, added, “This virus not only spreads through water but also from person to person. There is no need to panic. It's important to drink boiled water, wash hands before meals, and prioritize cleanliness.”

 

 

 

  

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  • Rudolf R, Mumbai-Mangalauru

    Sat, Oct 05 2024

    Cholera is a very deadly disease with high mortality in children and elderly & spreads rapidly if protective measures are not taken immediately; appears like drinking water has gotten contaminated with sewage water!

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  • real kujuma, kodial

    Sat, Oct 05 2024

    perfect example of third world country....third class infrastructure...we still blame british who left 75 years ago...moguls who left 200 years ago...portuguese who left 50 years ago....but never mend our ways and try to eradicate corruption

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  • Rudolf R, Mumbai-Mangalauru

    Sat, Oct 05 2024

    Very true; all caution has been thrown to the winds in the name of (pseudo) development; in the city limits most open wells have gotten contaminated with sewage water!

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