Sri Lanka Reports Over 100 Suspected Meningitis Cases; Children Among Affected

The Sri Lankan Ministry of Health has confirmed that a fever condition reported from multiple areas across the island is meningitis. Over 100 suspected cases have been identified, with a significant number of those affected being children, according to spinal fluid tests. Key symptoms include fever, headache, vomiting, nausea, and neck stiffness. Cases have been reported in areas including Diyatalawa, Welimada, Rikillagaskada, and Deniyaya, with health officials noting potential spread through contaminated water and close contact. Authorities are urging the public to remain vigilant, especially with the upcoming Vesak season potentially increasing transmission risks.