Central government includes Kerala in nationwide leptospirosis control program

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Kerala is now part of a national program to prevent and control leptospirosis, commonly known as rat fever. The Central Government's initiative aims to enhance diagnosis, treatment, and prevention strategies for leptospirosis in states with regular outbreaks, offering technical and financial support. The program targets 12 states and several Union Territories, with Kerala's inclusion linked to increased transmission risks during its six-month rainy season.


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