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Amoebic Meningoencephalitis

Amoebic Meningoencephalitis Claims Another Life In Kerala, Here Is What You Need To Know About It

06 Aug 2024

Amoebic meningoencephalitis, a rare and deadly brain infection, has claimed another victim in Kerala, bringing the total number of confirmed cases to four. The infection, with a 97% fatality rate, has been linked to bathing in stagnant ponds, which may harbor harmful amoebas. Recent Outbreak in Kerala Health authorities in...

For First Time In India, Kerala Releases Guidelines For Treatment Of Amoebic Meningoencephalitis

21 Jul 2024

The health department of southern state Kerala releases a special guideline for the treatment of rare disease amoebic meningoencephalitis. Thus, becoming a first state of India to do so. These guidelines were issued by state's health minister Veena George. These technical guidelines are focused on containing, diagnosing and curing the...