12.01.2025 10:00
While the world continues to fight against the coronavirus, which has caused the deaths of over 6 million people, a new virus that emerged in India has created widespread panic. Due to an outbreak detected in 11 villages that has led to sudden hair loss, 155 people have suddenly gone bald, prompting authorities to initiate efforts to bring the situation under control.
The events that took place in 11 villages belonging to the Shegaon taluka in the Buldhana district of Maharashtra, India, left everyone astonished. 155 people suddenly became bald.
An team led by Zilla Parishad CEO Gulabrao Kharat visited the mentioned villages. It was emphasized in the statement that efforts have begun to bring the situation under control.
65 BLOOD SAMPLES COLLECTED FROM 65 PEOPLE
According to news reports in the Indian press, specialist doctors from the medical faculties of Akola and Buldhana have started research on the source of the infection, modes of transmission, and prevention methods. According to the latest statement, blood samples were collected from a total of 65 people in 11 villages.
"COMPREHENSIVE MEASURES WILL BE TAKEN"
In a statement published by the regional information office, it was stated, "Medical research and training activities are ongoing, and if necessary, more comprehensive measures will be taken with the participation of a specialist team at the state level." Samples of soap, hair oil, and shampoo from the markets in the mentioned villages, as well as samples from the underground water system, were collected for analysis.
"CLEANING CAMPAIGN LAUNCHED"
The statement made by the headman of Bondgaon village, Rameshwaram Dharkar, regarding the issue is as follows: "The administration has set up health camps to alleviate the crisis, launched a cleaning campaign in the affected areas, and organized awareness programs regarding preventive measures."
Regional health officer Dr. Amol Gite stated, "We detected 15 new cases on Friday. We are giving all patients antifungal medications and vitamins. We expect to receive biopsy results within the next 4 to 5 days." Authorities emphasized the importance of collective action to bring the outbreak under control.