Chandipura Suspected Cases: 3 More Children Die in Jamnagar, Death Toll Reaches 9
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Three more children suspected of having Chandipura virus infection have died while undergoing treatment in Jamnagar district, taking the reported death toll among suspected cases to nine, according to health officials.
The latest deaths occurred at Jamnagar’s GG Hospital, where several children with symptoms associated with Chandipura were being treated. The deaths have prompted heightened surveillance by the health authorities across Jamnagar and neighbouring areas.
Three Children Die Within 24 Hours
According to the health department, five children were under treatment after showing suspected symptoms of Chandipura. Three of them died during treatment yesterday and today.
Two of the deceased children were from the Kalavad area, while the third was from the Dhrol region.
The latest fatalities have caused concern in the district, with health teams stepping up monitoring and precautionary measures in areas reporting suspected cases.
Earlier Death in Rajkot Tests Positive
A child from the Dhrol area who had shown suspected symptoms of Chandipura died at a government hospital in Rajkot four days ago.
The child's sample was initially pending, but the report has now returned positive for Chandipura virus. This is the first confirmed positive report among the nine reported deaths from Jamnagar district, according to the information provided by the health authorities.
Another suspected case remains awaiting its test result.
Suspected Cases in Jamnagar, Dwarka Test Negative
Health officials said samples from suspected Chandipura cases reported so far in Jamnagar and Devbhoomi Dwarka districts have tested negative, apart from the confirmed case from Dhrol.
The health department said continuous surveillance, health examinations and precautionary measures are being carried out in the affected areas.
Residents have also been advised not to panic but to remain alert for serious symptoms in children.
Parents Advised to Seek Immediate Treatment
Health authorities have urged parents to seek medical attention without delay if children develop symptoms such as fever, diarrhoea, vomiting or loss of consciousness.
With the monsoon season creating conditions favourable for mosquito-borne diseases, officials are continuing surveillance and health checks in areas where suspected cases have been reported.
