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Diphtheria in Odisha: Odisha Public Health Director Nilakantha Mishra on Wednesday informed that 5 deaths and 18 suspected cases of diphtheria have been reported in Odisha. He also informed that vaccination for diphtheria has started from Wednesday.
Odisha’s Director of Public Health, Nilakantha Mishra told ANI, “Only 1 case has been detected in Koraput… There are 5 patients with cough and cold in Kalahandi, out of which 2 may be suffering from diphtheria… The total number of suspected cases was 21 but it has come down to 18… The total number of deaths remains at 5, there has been no increase… Vaccination has started from today.”
Earlier, Odisha Public Health Director Neelkantha Mishra had said that the public health department was conducting door-to-door surveys and confirming vaccination status after five deaths were reported in Odisha due to diphtheria in Kashipur area of Raigarh district.
Odisha’s public health director said, “There have been five deaths in that area, 10 others are affected but their condition is stable and they are undergoing treatment… We are conducting door-to-door surveys and confirming vaccination status.”
What is diphtheria? Everything you need to know
Diphtheria is a highly contagious infection that can affect the nose and throat, and sometimes the skin. If left untreated, it can be life-threatening.
Diphtheria, a vaccine-preventable disease, is caused by strains of bacteria called ‘Corynebacterium diphtheriae’ that make toxins. The disease can lead to breathing problems, heart rhythm problems, and even death.
Diphtheria is spread mainly by coughing and sneezing, or through close contact with an infected person, and through physical objects (toys or clothing) used by a person infected with diphtheria.
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Published: June 19, 2024, 06:37 PM IST
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