Guwahati: Dengue outbreak has claimed three persons so far in Diphu in Karbi Anglong district of Assam.
All three of the victims were receiving medical care at the Diphu Medical College and Hospital when they passed away.
Three out of the 22 patients who are now being admitted to the hospital have critical health issues.
According to reports, a state medical expert team has reportedly stayed in the hospital. Authorities are taking all measures to prevent the further spread of the viral disease.
Regular fogging is also carried out in Diphu as a preventative precaution.