INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
MUGU, JANUARY 25Three people have so far died of viral fever at Purumuru village of
Soru rural municipality-6 in Mugu.
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The deceased are identified as Hari Bahadur Shahi (72), Kriti Chantyal (75) and Kushum Dholi (24), according to local resident
The prevailing fever is suspected to be viral.The outbreak has affected multiple areas, including Jima, Bhiee, Natharpu, Sipa, Khyalcha, and
Bumcha, in addition to Purumuru.
The District Hospital in Mugu is grappling with an influx of patients, and locals have
raised concerns about the lack of medical and other support from the government
Karnajit Bumi expressed the desperation of the people in seeking assistance.Reports indicate that local health posts are running out of
essential supplies, including basic medications like paracetamol
In response to the situation, the District Health Office visited Purumuru and Jima on Tuesday, conducting health checkups for over 150
individuals.District Hospital's Dr Kamal Dhungana explained that the viral fever is exacerbated by the increasing cold and it is expected to
take some time to bring the situation under control
Symptoms of fever include continuous sweating, headache, muscle pain, loss of appetite, and fatigue.
This article first appeared/also appeared in https://thehimalayantimes.com
