Scrub typhus death toll reaches ten in Salyan
Summary
A 62-year-old man has died of scrub typhus in Nepalgunj, bringing the death toll in Salyan district to ten. The district has recorded 817 infections so far, while health workers are urging residents to take precautions against the disease.
Key Points
- A 62-year-old man from Darma Rural Municipality died of scrub typhus while receiving treatment in Nepalgunj.
- The death toll from scrub typhus in Salyan district has reached ten, with 817 infections recorded so far.
- Darma Rural Municipality has reported the highest number of cases, followed by Bagchaur Municipality and Kumakh Rural Municipality.
- Health workers are advising people to wear protective clothing and reduce exposure while collecting grass and firewood.
