In a concerning development, 10 people have tested positive for HIV in the last two months in Malappuram district, Kerala, prompting health officials to issue warnings about a potential surge in cases. The outbreak has been linked to the shared use of drug-injecting syringes, raising alarms about the growing risk among substance users.
Health authorities have intensified surveillance and awareness campaigns to prevent further transmission. Needle-sharing among drug users is a significant factor in the rapid spread of HIV, and officials are urging the public to seek medical help if exposed.
The Kerala Health Department is now focusing on harm reduction strategies, including safe syringe distribution programs and rehabilitation efforts, to contain the spread of the virus and protect public health.
