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Palwal Health Emergency: Mystery Illness Claims Lives
24 Feb
Summary
- Seven deaths linked to an unidentified illness occurred between January 6 and February 11.
- Authorities suspect hepatitis but are unable to confirm diagnosis or source.
- Health officials are taking measures to prevent future incidents and have ongoing surveillance.
A health emergency was declared in Palwal district on February 6 due to an unidentified illness that led to at least seven deaths between January 6 and February 11. Authorities have been unable to confirm the diagnosis or pinpoint the source of the outbreak, though hepatitis is suspected. The district administration and health department have initiated round-the-clock surveillance to prevent further spread, reporting that no further deaths have occurred since February 11.
