Ten children die of measles in Bihar, India
Published by Julia Volkovah under GERMS AND PLAGUES on 11:37 AM
Patna: At least 10 children died in a village in Bihar's Madhubani district due to a disease commonly referred as 'khasra' or measles, an official said on Saturday.Patna: At least 10 children died in a village in Bihar's Madhubani district due to a disease commonly referred as 'khasra' or measles, an official said on Saturday.
The district administration has assured villagers to rush a team of doctor to inquire cause of the disease and provide treatment, an official said.
"The authorities have sounded a high alert to check the spread of the disease," the official added.
The children reported high fever followed by bouts of unconsciousness and convulsion. Source
