Pune: The outbreak of Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) in Pune and its surrounding areas has claimed another life, bringing the total death toll to six. In the past 24 hours, three new cases have been reported, raising the total number of affected individuals to 173.

Health officials attribute the outbreak to contaminated food and water, which has caused vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach infections among residents. Despite the rise in cases, health officials noted a decline in new infections over the past three days, with ten patients recovering and being discharged on Thursday (Feb 6). In total, 72 patients have recovered so far.

Areas with Highest Number of Cases

The majority of cases have been reported from Dhayari, Nandedgaon, Sinhagad Road, Kirkatwadi, and Khadakwasla, with additional cases emerging in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad. Among the 170 suspected cases, 140 patients have been confirmed to have GBS.

The highest number of cases (87) has been reported from suburban villages, while 34 cases belong to Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) limits. Additionally, 22 cases are from Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC), 22 from Pune Rural, and 8 from other districts.

Critical Cases & Fatalities

A patient undergoing treatment at a private hospital succumbed to the illness within the last 24 hours. The Public Health Department has confirmed that one of the six deaths was directly caused by GBS, while the other five are suspected to be linked to the syndrome. As of now, 55 patients are receiving treatment in ICU, with 21 requiring ventilator support due to severe complications.

Age-Wise Distribution of GBS Cases

• 0 to 9 years – 23 cases

• 10 to 19 years – 23 cases

• 20 to 29 years – 38 cases

• 30 to 39 years – 21 cases

• 40 to 49 years – 22 cases

• 50 to 59 years – 25 cases

• 60 to 69 years – 15 cases

• 70 to 79 years – 2 cases

• 80 to 89 years – 4 cases