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22 children dead in Gujarat due to Chandipura virus; 35 cases confirmed, govt issues fresh advisory
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Ahmedabad :There have been 22 deaths of children because of the Chandipura virus in Gujarat, and therefore, it remains a cause of worry, especially for the parents.
According to Health Minister Praful Panseriya, Gujarat has recorded 184 suspected cases so far, of which 35 have tested positive for Chandipura virus.
Not every suspected case is Chandipura virusAddressing the current situation, the health minister said all suspected cases should not be assumed to be Chandipura virus infections.
Since Chandipura virus spreads primarily through sandflies, the state has intensified vector-control measures.
There is still no vaccine or specific treatmentThe government reiterated that there is currently no approved vaccine or specific antiviral medicine for Chandipura virus.