Maharashtra's Unforeseen Guillain-Barre Syndrome Surge: Poultry Myths Debunked

Ajit Pawar, Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister, advises caution with poultry consumption amid a Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) outbreak in Pune. Health suggests no need for chicken culling, stressing thoroughly cooked food to prevent infections. The state records 208 GBS cases, linked to bacteria from water and undercooked food.

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has recommended caution around poultry consumption amid a Guillain-Barre Syndrome outbreak in Pune.

Addressing the media, Pawar dispelled fears of chicken consumption leading to GBS, underlining a careful review that ruled out the necessity for poultry culls.

Health officials report 208 suspected and confirmed GBS cases, emphasizing the importance of hygiene and thoroughly cooked food to curb infections.