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Health experts warn of spike in infectious diseases as northeast monsoon arrives in Keralam

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Health experts warn of spike in infectious diseases as northeast monsoon arrives in Keralam
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Vehicles wade through the waterlogged Thykoodam underpass in Kochi on Thursday (October 15, 2026). With the arrival of the northeast monsoon, the health authorities have urged the public to be cautious of dengue, leptospirosis, and water-borne diseases.
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Vehicles wade through the waterlogged Thykoodam underpass in Kochi on Thursday (October 15, 2026). With the arrival of the northeast monsoon, the health authorities have urged the public to be cautious of dengue, leptospirosis, and water-borne diseases. | Photo Credit: THULASI KAKKAT

With the arrival of the northeast monsoon, the risk of infectious diseases is expected to rise, prompting health experts to urge the public to take precautions to prevent their spread.

Major health concerns include a rise in vector- and water-borne diseases due to intermittent rains. A health official said instructions had already been issued to local bodies to strengthen the implementation of Arogyabheri, a year-long epidemic prevention action plan that focusses on disease prevention.

Originally published by The Hindu on Oct 18, 2026 Read the full article at thehindu.com
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