Thrissur has reported 10 Shigella infections in the past nine days, raising concern among health officials in the district. Tholur alone accounted for seven of these cases, according to the district medical office.
District Medical Officer officials said all the patients are currently out of danger. The infections have prompted closer monitoring by the health department.
In addition to the Shigella cases, Thrissur also reported 39 dengue cases and four leptospirosis cases in October, officials said. Health authorities are keeping watch on the situation.
