Shigella Outbreak Confirmed in Three Malappuram District Areas, Kerala

Shigella infection has been confirmed in three areas of Malappuram district in Kerala, according to health officials. The bacterial pathogen, known to cause severe diarrhea and dysentery, is typically spread through contaminated water or food. In response, the Kerala health department has issued advisories urging residents to boil water, maintain hand hygiene, and seek medical care if symptoms appear. Local hospitals have been notified to be on alert for cases and to provide treatment, while authorities are conducting investigations to identify the source. The Ministry of Health has requested that the public cooperate with contact tracing and follow guidelines to prevent further spread.