Deadly Encephalitis Syndrome claims lives of 31 children in Bihars Muzaffarpur

At least 31 children have died in Bihar's Muzaffarpur reportedly due to Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES). Encephalitis is a viral infection which causes mild flu-like symptoms such as a fever or headache. While speaking to ANI, Sunil Shahi, Superintendent, S. K. Medical College & Hospital, Muzaffarpur, said, “From January to June 2, 13 patients were admitted, of them, 3 died.