The Health Department has allayed concern about a possible spread of shigellosis in Kozhikode district as reports emerged that a one-and-a-half-year-old boy from Kallampara, near Feroke, has been admitted to a private hospital for treatment of the bacterial infection. Health Department officials were quick to dismiss any link between the Mayanad incident and the one reported in Feroke. He was referred to another hospital in Kozhikode when his condition did not improve. Following this, the health wing of the Feroke municipality chlorinated over 100 wells in the division. The Health Department has urged the people to ensure hand hygiene and report to the nearest health facility if they develop any symptoms.

Source: The Hindu December 24, 2020 14:57 UTC