Dynamite News Maharashtra: 167 Guillain-Barré Syndrome cases across state; Know about GBS...
Currently, 48 patients are in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), while 21 are on ventilators. Meanwhile, 91 patients have been discharged after treatment. A must read for all on Dynamite News:
Pune: The Maharashtra Health Department on Monday reported that a total of 192 suspected cases of Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) have been detected in the state so far, with 167 confirmed cases, confirmed the Maharashtra Health Department.
Further, as per officials, Seven deaths have been reported, of which one was confirmed as GBS, while six remain suspected.
Cases Across State
According to the department, the cases are spread across different regions, including 39 from Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC), 91 from newly added villages in the PMC area, 29 from Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC), 25 from Pune Rural, and 8 from other districts.
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Currently, 48 patients are in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), while 21 are on ventilators. Meanwhile, 91 patients have been discharged after treatment.
The state health authorities are closely monitoring the situation and have intensified surveillance efforts in affected areas.
Affected Areas In Pune
Earlier, on February 6, the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) sealed 30 private water supply plants in the Nanded village, Dhayari, and adjoining areas on Sinhgad Road in Pune city. These areas have been identified as the epicenter of the outbreak. The action was taken against these plants in the last two days, said a PMC official on February 6.
The PMC took action against these plants after collecting water samples that were found unfit for drinking. Some plants lacked proper permission to operate, while others were contaminated with Escherichia coli bacteria. Additionally, certain plants were not using disinfectants and chlorine to control contamination.
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What Is GBS?
Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is a rare neurological disorder that affects the peripheral nervous system. It occurs when the body's immune system attacks the nerves, leading to muscle weakness and, in severe cases, paralysis.