There were more than more than 32,000 cases of whooping cough in 2024, the highest tally in a decade. In California alone, the disease struck 2,000 people between January and October last year. More than 60 infants younger than 4 months were hospitalized in the state. One died. Whooping cough, …
In March, Kerala saw an outbreak of mumps – a contagious viral infection, primarily affecting the salivary glands, leading to painful swelling, especially around the cheeks and jaw. Doctors say that while most cases are mild, complications can occur, making it crucial to understand its symptoms, prevention measures, and available treatments. …
There seems to be a mumps outbreak in Kerala with the southern state having reported 190 cases in a single day on March 10, a report in the Indian Express mentioned. The same report mentions that Union Health Ministry officials have confirmed the outbreak and said that the National Centre for …