One more shigellosis death in Kerala
Kerala is experiencing a rise in shigellosis cases, with 132 confirmed infections and three deaths reported so far this year. Health authorities have intensified food safety checks after isolating the bacteria in food samples from local bakeries.
Why it matters
The outbreak highlights public health concerns regarding water and food safety standards in the region, necessitating urgent government intervention.
More cases of shigellosis surfaced on Friday (June 12, 2026), with new cases being reported from various districts in Kerala.
The article is a straightforward health report based on official data from the state health department.
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