Mangaluru: Unseasonal weather triggers rise in chickenpox cases among schoolchildren

Mangaluru, Dec 7: Unpredictable weather in Dakshina Kannada—marked by alternating spells of rain, heat, and cold—has led to a rise in chickenpox cases among schoolchildren, with many students reportedly missing school for weeks.

In response, the Health Department has issued an advisory to the Department of Public Instruction, urging schools to exercise vigilance. This winter, chickenpox has appeared outside its usual summer season, prompting concern among health officials.

Schools have been instructed not to allow children with chickenpox to attend classes. Infected students should be granted special leave and return only after full recovery, authorities emphasise.

Mangaluru, Dec 7: Unpredictable weather in Dakshina Kannada—marked by alternating spells of rain, heat, and cold—has led to a rise in chickenpox cases among schoolchildren, with many students reportedly missing school for weeks.

In response, the Health Department has issued an advisory to the Department of Public Instruction, urging schools to exercise vigilance. This winter, chickenpox has appeared outside its usual summer season, prompting concern among health officials.

Schools have been instructed not to allow children with chickenpox to attend classes. Infected students should be granted special leave and return only after full recovery, authorities emphasise.