5 Deaths from Japanese Encephalitis in Jhapa in Four Months
Summary
Five people have died from Japanese Encephalitis in Jhapa over the past four months, out of nine confirmed infections in the district. Health officials are urging residents to avoid mosquito bites and get vaccinated through the government campaign.
Key Points
- Five people have died from Japanese Encephalitis in Jhapa in the last four months, from nine confirmed cases.
- Most of the infected patients are above 50 years of age.
- Health officials say the virus is spread by infected Culex mosquitoes and can affect the brain after infection.
- Residents are being urged to avoid mosquito bites and participate in the government vaccination program.
