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Measles: After Mumbai, Measles Havoc In Kerala Too

Measles cases are increasing rapidly in Kerala after Maharashtra. So far 160 cases of Measles have been reported in Kerala. Malappuram of Kerala is the most infected district with measles. However, there has been no death due to measles in the state. On the other hand, seeing the seriousness of the matter, the Center has sent a team to Kerala.The Union Health Ministry has sent a team to investigate the outbreak of measles. The team is likely to meet the Health Secretary today after visiting Malappuram. At the same time, the Health Department of Kerala says that all necessary steps are being taken. State on alert after getting measles case Health Minister Veena George said that people need not panic. But the family should make sure that their children get vaccinated. He said that after the discovery of measles cases in Malappuram, the district was put on alert and instructions were given to monitor the situation in the state. Last week there was a meeting of the health department rega...