## Bengaluru Municipal Corporation Issues Advisory on Seasonal Diseases and Precautions
The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), Bengaluru's municipal corporation, has issued an advisory on seasonal diseases and precautions following concerns about cholera in the city. This advisory comes amidst Bengaluru's ongoing water crisis.
The advisory was prompted by a recent case of a 27-year-old woman in Malleshwaram who was hospitalized with symptoms of loose motions and vomiting. Initial tests suggested cholera, but later confirmatory tests were negative.
In response to this incident, the BBMP has intensified its efforts to prevent the spread of seasonal diseases. The advisory focuses on raising awareness about disease transmission and promoting sanitation practices. The BBMP has also formed rapid response teams at the constituency level to tackle any potential cholera outbreak.
The advisory also includes specific instructions for hotels, restaurants, and cafes to provide boiled drinking water to customers. Additionally, the BBMP has mandated the reporting of suspected cholera cases at all healthcare facilities under its jurisdiction.
To further prevent the spread of waterborne diseases, the BBMP has instructed senior health inspectors to collect water samples daily and send them for testing. The advisory also emphasizes public awareness campaigns, including setting up ORS corners at Urban Primary Health Centres and educating the public on preventive measures.
The BBMP's advisory underscores the importance of taking proactive measures to prevent the spread of seasonal diseases, especially during times of water scarcity. By implementing these measures, the BBMP aims to protect the health and well-being of Bengaluru's residents.