Five of nine Japanese encephalitis patients die in Jhapa in four months
Summary
Five of nine confirmed Japanese encephalitis patients in Jhapa have died over the past four months, prompting health officials to warn residents to take precautions. The infections were reported across several municipalities, with older adults and people living near rice fields and waterlogged areas considered especially vulnerable.
Key Points
- Five of the nine confirmed Japanese encephalitis patients in Jhapa have died in the past four months.
- The infections were reported in Mechinagar, Haldibari, Bahradashi, Kachankawal, Birtamod and Arjundhara.
- Health officials said most of the infected patients were over 50 years old.
- Residents have been urged to avoid mosquito bites and get vaccinated through regular government programmes.
