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Malaria Outbreak: 128 New Cases in Jamshedpur
10 Jul
Summary
- East Singhbhum reported 128 fresh malaria cases on Friday.
- One suspected malaria death occurred overnight in Potka block.
- Over 77,770 tests conducted since June 29, detecting 1,731 cases.
East Singhbhum district reported a significant increase in malaria cases, with 128 new infections confirmed on Friday. This surge includes 93 Plasmodium falciparum, 31 Plasmodium vivax, and 4 mixed infections. A suspected malaria death also occurred overnight, involving a four-year-old boy from Potka block's Khariasai village, which has been identified as a malaria hotspot.
In response to the outbreak, health officials conducted 14,200 malaria tests across nine blocks and urban areas on Friday. Since June 29, a total of 77,770 tests have been performed, leading to the detection of 1,731 positive cases. Six confirmed malaria deaths have been reported during this period. The medical officer in charge of Potka community health centre has been suspended for alleged dereliction of duty, linked to the outbreak.
