Shigella alert in Kerala: Death of 4-YO sparks concern; Early signs, risk factors — everything to know about this contagious disease
etimes.in / Jun 09, 2026, 07:17 (IST)
Tragedy strikes Kerala as the state faces its first Shigella-related death, a four-year-old girl, leading to a surge in health advisories and thorough surveillance measures. With more than 120 reported cases, predominantly among children, health authorities are pushing for stringent hygiene protocols and swift treatment options to mitigate the spread of this highly infectious bacterium.