Ernakulam continues to report highest number of influenza cases in Keralam

As fever and influenza cases show no sign of abating in Ernakulam, doctors have urged people to follow steps to prevent person-to-person transmission.

The district continues to report the highest number of influenza cases in the State, with a total of 969 cases reported till September 26. The State recorded 2,205 confirmed influenza cases during the month. As many as 20 deaths were reported due to influenza in the State.

District Medical Officer (DMO) Dr. R. Shahirsha said a surge in fever cases is predicted in April next year, and it is attributed to the El Niño phenomenon.

“There is no marked rise in fever or influenza cases as per our field reports. But there is a prediction that the El Niño phenomenon could lead to an increase in fever cases in April next year. Our target is to prevent person-to-person transmission as much as possible,” said Dr. Shahirsha.