[Newsdesk] Infectious disease surveillance update

2348 cases of plague (including confirmed, suspected, and probable cases) were reported by the Ministry of Health of Madagascar between Aug 1, and Nov 22, 2017, with 202 deaths. 1791 patients had pneumonic plague, with 22% confirmed, 34% probable, and 44% suspected. All contacts identified during the outbreak so far (7289) have completed a course of antibiotics; 11 developed symptoms compatible with plague and were classified as suspected cases. Control measures are to remain in place until the plague season finishes in April, 2018.
Source: The Lancet Infectious Diseases - Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Tags: Newsdesk Source Type: research