Two dead in Telangana village after diarrhoea outbreak, many hospitalised
District Medical and Health Officer Dr. Chandrasekhar visited the village and inspected the drainage system and house surroundings. He said the health department suspects the illness may have spread during the funeral of a man named Sayilu, who died 10 days ago after spraying pesticides. Many villagers had eaten meat and consumed alcohol during the rituals.Dr. Chandrasekhar said mild diarrhea symptoms are still being reported. Fifteen people are being treated at a medical camp, and six serious cases have been shifted to the district hospital.Officials have asked villagers to stop meat sales for a week as a safety measure.- EndsMust Watch
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