Kerala Health minister Veena George said that controlling the growth of mosquitoes and carrying out source destruction are essential to prevent this illness. "A special team from the medical office visited the locality of the victim and the district vector control board took samples from various parts of the district for testing.
Steps were taken to destroy the mosquito breeding sites in the locality," the health department said in a release. The health department has issued directions to district authorities to remain vigilant and take precautionary measures including declaring a dry day if necessary. "Importance should be given to destroying the mosquito breeding sites everywhere.
Individuals should take responsibility and clean their residential areas. Clogged drains, stagnant water should be cleared," state Health Minister Veena George said in a release.
The Minister has clarified that there is no cause for concern. What is West Nile fever The health department said West Nile fever is spread by the Culex species of mosquitoes.