Scrub Typhus
Scrub typhus is an infectious disease caused by Orientia tsutsugamushi and transmitted through infected larval mites (chiggers). A study by Christian Medical College, Vellore, and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, conducted on 32,000 individuals in Tamil Nadu, found scrub typhus responsible for nearly 30% of fever hospitalizations. Symptoms include fever, headache, and rash, often leading to misdiagnosis. Severe cases can result in organ failure. The disease peaks between August and February in rural areas. Increased public awareness and improved diagnostics in rural healthcare are essential for timely treatment and reducing fatalities.
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