Black Fever

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Black Fever is on Rise in West Bengal

In Kolkata, a recent uptick in cases of visceral leishmaniasis, commonly known as black fever, has raised concerns, although officials emphasize that the situation is not yet alarming. Since October of this year, a total of 14 cases have been reported, with one recent fatality identified as Avdesh Paswan. Health Department sources reference data from the National Centre for Vector…