What is causing the Hepatitis A surge in Ernakulam?

The Hepatitis A surge in Ernakulam is attributed to unhealthy practices such as consuming unboiled water and improperly cooked food, compounded by poor hygiene in food establishments.

How does the monsoon season affect Hepatitis A spread?

The monsoon season is expected to exacerbate the spread of Hepatitis A due to potential increases in water and food contamination.

What preventive measures are being taken in Ernakulam?

Preventive measures include mass chlorination drives, health education, and urging people to maintain proper hygiene and consume properly cooked food and boiled water.

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Ernakulam Battles Rising Hepatitis A Cases

17 Mar

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Summary

Ernakulam reports over 150 monthly Hepatitis A cases, highest in the state.
Unhealthy practices like unboiled water and improper cooking are cited as causes.
Experts warn of monsoon season exacerbating the spread of the disease.

Ernakulam Battles Rising Hepatitis A Cases

Ernakulam district has recorded a substantial increase in Hepatitis A cases over the past two months, with over 150 cases reported monthly, making it the highest in the state. This surge is largely due to practices such as consuming unboiled water and inadequately cooked food.

Medical experts highlight that poor hygiene, particularly in food establishments, contributes to the spread of the virus via the fecal-oral route. The impending monsoon season is expected to exacerbate the transmission of the disease. Additionally, a crisis involving LPG supply could lead to undercooked food being served in restaurants.