Meanwhile, in the context of the continuing spread of the disease in the coastal areas, more people will be examined today at the old age home in Pulluvila where 35 people were diagnosed with the disease yesterday. Twenty-seven inmates, six nuns and two staff members were diagnosed with the disease yesterday.
In five days, more than 20 cases have been reported in Anchutheng and five adjoining shops in Kadakkavur. In Neyyattinkara, Pallithura and Thumpa, more cases of contact sickness were reported yesterday.