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More than 300 cases of Nairobi Fly infection detected in P/ling and Samtse

July 8, 2022
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The country reported more than 300 cases of Nairobi Fly infection. All the cases were detected in Phuentshogling and Samtse. Native to East Africa, Nairobi flies do not bite or sting, but if disturbed while coming in contact with the skin, they release an acidic substance that causes skin burn, rashes, and blisters. However, the infection is neither severe nor contagious.

While Phuentsholing detected more than 250 Nairobi fly cases, close to 40 cases were reported from Samtse. Nairobi fly is commonly found in a hot and humid region. In the country, the cases are prevalent in the southern parts.

According to health officials, the bug should be gently brushed off if it lands on the skin. Killing or crushing the bug will make it release the acidic substance which causes the infection.

“As soon as the insect settles or sits on our body, we have to remove it immediately or blow off and wash the site with water and salt. I think if we can do that immediately the wound may not appear. It takes a few days, at least one week to cure the wound completely,” said Rixin Jamtsho, the Officiating Director of the Department of Public Health.

According to the Health Ministry, the best way to not get infected is by using bed nets, wearing long sleeve clothes, maintaining good hygiene and keeping doors and windows shut.

Kelzang Choden

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