- Health department officials have stated that typhoid cases are showing a rising trend in Ernakulam. As many as 11 suspected cases of typhoid were reported in May, compared to 5 from the previous month.
- The increase in typhoid cases has been blamed on the pre-monsoon rains that have been continuing for the past one week.
- Authorities expect the typhoid cases to rise even further in the coming months due to the monsoon rains. They have advised people to ensure personal hygiene and avoid having stale food and water from outside.
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