In Kerala's Wayanad district, approximately 150 students from an aided upper primary school have experienced fever and vomiting over the past three days, leading to the hospitalisation of 38 children, officials confirmed on Saturday.
Details of the Outbreak
The affected children are enrolled at Mar Baselios Aided Upper Primary School. Among them, 38 students who continued to suffer from health issues have been admitted to Bathery Taluk Hospital for treatment. Health officials have stated that there is no immediate cause for concern. As a precautionary measure, the school has been closed for one week.
Hospital Arrangements
A special ward has been set up at the hospital to care for the affected students. Additionally, one teacher from the school has also reported feeling unwell. Local panchayat representatives who visited the hospital confirmed that the children are currently in stable condition.
Symptoms and Investigation
According to officials, some students began showing symptoms on 1 June. However, the exact cause of the illness has not yet been identified. Doctors indicated that the Health Department has collected samples and sent them for testing to determine the source of the outbreak.
Precautionary Measures
The school administration, in coordination with health authorities, has taken swift action to contain the situation. Parents have been informed, and the school closure aims to prevent further spread of the illness. The Health Department continues to monitor the situation closely.
