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Louisiana reports 5 deaths, 9 cases of flesh-eating bacteria

As the summer season continues to bring people to the beach, the Louisiana Health Department warns to take precautions against a potentially fatal flesh-eating bacteria found in warm coastal waters. Officials confirmed nine cases this year and five deaths.

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Dengue cases continue to rise

Sri Lanka has recorded 88,088 dengue cases and 63 deaths so far this year, according to the latest statistics released by the National Dengue Control Unit (NDCU).

  • Sri Lanka reports 88,088 dengue cases and 63 fatalities this year
  • August sees 2,739 new dengue cases, highest monthly total
  • Gampaha and Colombo districts lead in dengue cases

Hospital unveils patient engagement initiative

R-Jolad Hospital launches the Heritage Circle, a new patient engagement initiative to strengthen long-term relationships with patients and families beyond Read More: https://punchng.com/hospital-unveils-patient-engagement-initiative/

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