A suspected diarrhea outbreak in Odisha's Ganjam district has claimed one life and hospitalized 20 others, with five critical patients referred to Berhampur Medical College. The outbreak occurred in Ustapalli village of Digpahandi block, where residents are demanding immediate administrative action to contain the situation.
Key Details:
- Affected Village: Ustapalli village, Digpahandi block, Ganjam district
- Death Toll: One person has died due to diarrhea
- Hospitalized: 20 people are undergoing treatment at Digpahandi Medical College, with five critical patients referred to Berhampur Medical College
- Cause: The reason for the spread of diarrhea is yet to be determined
This recent outbreak follows a similar incident in August 2024, where two people died and 28 others fell ill due to a suspected diarrhea outbreak in Adapada village, Sanakhemundi block, Ganjam district. Consumption of well water was suspected to be the cause of the outbreak.
Government Response:
The Odisha government has been proactive in controlling diarrhea outbreaks, with the Chief Minister reviewing the situation and advising people not to panic. Health teams have been deployed to affected areas, and measures such as door-to-door surveys, distribution of ORS packets, and water chlorination are being taken to prevent the spread of the disease.