Jaundice Scare at Odisha School, Nearby Hostel Hygiene Under Scanner in Dhenkanal

Dhenkanal: Several students of an Odisha government school in Dhenkanal district have been found to be suffering from jaundice, a health official said on Tuesday.While parents and guardians of the Odisha Adarsha

Vidyalaya (OAV) in Bishwanathpur of Gondia block in the district have alleged that more than 10 students are afflicted with jaundice, the Chief District Medical Officer has officially confirmed that only one student from the school has tested positive so far.The affected students reside in a nearby private hostel, which is suspected to be the source of the outbreak due to poor sanitation and hygiene.ALSO READ | Absent for 7 Days or More? Odisha Schools Told to Reach Out to Students’ FamiliesThe district health department has expressed concern over the conditions at the hostel.The administration has initiated measures, including awareness campaigns and health check-ups, to prevent further spread. Blood samples are being tested, and the results are awaited to ascertain the exact number of affected students.Dhenkanal CDMO Sanjay Kumar Mohapatra, along with a medical team, reached the school this morning to treat the affected students and inquire about the possible source of the outbreak.ALSO READ | Major Security Breach During Odisha CM Mohan Majhi’s Visit - Man with Paper in Hand Breaks In The administration has initiated measures, including awareness campaigns and health check-ups, to prevent further spread. Blood samples are being tested, and the results are awaited to ascertain the exact number of affected students.Additional District Medical Officer Dr. Sapan Kumar Mohanty said that the department is taking necessary steps to control the situation and ensure the health and well-being of the students.