Tag: Scrub Typhus
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Tragic Loss: The Impact of Scrub Typhus in Shimla
In the serene, picturesque town of Shimla, where the lush greenery meets the towering Himalayas, a somber incident has struck the community. A 34-year-old man, a father, husband, and son, succumbed to scrub typhus at the Indira Gandhi Medical College and Hospital (IGMC) on a recent Sunday. This unfortunate incident sheds light on the grave…
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Tragedy at IGMC: A Life Lost to Scrub Typhus
In a heartbreaking development, officials at Indira Gandhi Medical College and Hospital (IGMC) in Shimla announced the death of a 34-year-old man from scrub typhus, a disease that has claimed many lives in recent years. According to medical reports, scrub typhus is an infectious disease caused by the bacteria Orientia tsutsugamushi, transmitted to humans through…
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Tragic Loss Due to Scrub Typhus
In a somber announcement, officials confirmed the death of a 34-year-old patient at Indira Gandhi Medical College and Hospital (IGMC) in Shimla, attributed to scrub typhus. This infectious disease, caused by the bacteria Orientia tsutsugamushi, is transmitted through the bite of infected mites, commonly found in rural and suburban areas. The patient, whose identity has…