3 die of Scrub Typhus in Bargarh district: Odisha Public Health Director

Bhubaneswar: At least three people have died from Scrub Typhus infection at a private hospital in Bargarh, Odisha, according to Odisha Public Health Director Dr. Nilakantha Mishra.

Dr Nilakantha Mishra stated that he had instructed the Chief District Medical Officer (CDMO) of Bargarh to send a team to the affected areas to find out the further details.

Speaking to ANI, Dr Mishra said, "We got information that 3 people died in a private hospital in Baragarh district. I talked to CDMO Baragarh. CDMO Baragarah sent a team to the hospital to find out the test reports and other possible cases in the area."

According to an ANI report, Dr Mishra stated, "We have to verify test findings and all the clinical reports because without confirmed tests we cannot say anything."

Dr Mishra noted that he had sent a team from Bhubaneswar to check reason behind the deaths.

"I have sent a team from Bhubaneswar to check whether the deaths are from Scrub Typhus or not," Dr Mishra said.

He further asserted that the Scrub Typhus is a treatable disease, adding that the early detection and treatment will definitely cure the patients.

"I will request the general public that if you get fever and tick bite, report to the nearest hospital so that you can take medications and the disease further does not spread," Odisha Public Health Director said, news agency ANI reported.