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Kyasanur Forest Disease

February 9, 2024

GS Paper III Science and Technology

Context: 

The Karnataka Department of Health and Family Welfare has conducted 2,567 testsVto check the prevalence of KFD disease. 

About Kyasanur Forest Disease (KFD)

  • It is a tick-borne viral haemorrhagic fever. 
  • Origin: KFD was first identified in 1956 in the Kysanur Forest area of Sorab Taluk in Shivamogga district, Karnataka.
    • The disease is named after this region.
  • Symptoms: High fever, Severe muscle pain, Bleeding problems, Low blood pressure
  • Hosts
    • Porcupines, rats, squirrels, mice, and shrews are considered reservoir hosts for KFDV.
  • Transmission: Disease transmission primarily occurs through the forest tick Haemaphysalis spinigera.
    • It may occur after a tick bite or contact with an infected animal (a sick or recently dead monkey).

Kyasanur Forest Disease

Measures to Avoid Kyasanur Forest Disease Infection

  • Distribution of Tick Repellent: The forest department is offering free “DEPA oil” – a tick repellent – to families entering forested areas. 
  • Free Treatment: The state government offers free medical treatment to diagnosed Kyasanur Forest Disease patients.
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News Source: TheHindu

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