Ministry acts to control spread of viral hepatitis
Nadira Gunatilleke
COLOMBO: The Healthcare and Nutrition Ministry has taken immediate
action to control the spread of viral hepatitis in Gampola by sending
doctors attached to the Epidemiology Unit, Healthcare and Nutrition
Ministry sources said.
The sources said 110 patients with viral hepatitis have been reported
by May 17 from Gampola. The doctors will gather information and take
action to control the spread of the disease. Viral hepatitis is caused
by drinking contaminated water. Fever, yellow coloured eyes, loose
motion and vomiting, are some of the symptoms of viral hepatitis. |