Pune: The outbreak of Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad has claimed another life, bringing the total death toll in Maharashtra to three. A 36-year-old man, who had also developed pneumonia after being diagnosed with GBS, succumbed while undergoing treatment at Yashwantrao Chavan Memorial (YCM) Hospital in Pimpri.

Health officials have reported 13 confirmed cases of GBS in Pimpri-Chinchwad alone. While some patients have been discharged after recovery, others are still under medical supervision. Just a few days ago, a 67-year-old woman diagnosed with GBS and pneumonia had passed away. However, medical authorities claimed that GBS was not the direct cause of her death.

Following the latest fatality, questions have been raised about whether there was any negligence in treatment. In response, Yashwantrao Chavan Memorial Hospital has formed a committee to investigate the circumstances surrounding the patient’s death.

With the number of GBS cases on the rise, the Maharashtra health department has taken the situation seriously and issued strict guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of the disease. These include protocols for patient care, treatment procedures, and ensuring the availability of necessary medications. Health officials have directed all districts to adhere to these guidelines to contain the outbreak.

Maharashtra Health Secretary Nipun Vinayak recently conducted a review meeting at the National Institute of Virology in Pune to assess the situation. He also visited Aundh District Hospital and Sassoon General Hospital to examine the ongoing treatment of GBS patients and ensure adequate availability of medicines.

As the number of GBS cases in Maharashtra has now reached 130, health authorities are closely monitoring the situation and taking necessary precautions to prevent further fatalities.