Municipal administration believes that this situation may be linked to the increase in cases of acute gastroenterocolitis, which has overwhelmed hospitals in the region
Guarujá City Hall notified about suspected leaks and irregular sewage connections on Enseada beach, but to date has not received any response. The municipal administration believes that this situation may be linked to the increase in cases of acute gastroenterocolitis, which has overwhelmed hospitals in the region. This condition is often caused by viruses, but can also be triggered by bacteria, parasites, or contaminated food. The municipality awaits the results of analyzes carried out by the Adolfo Lutz Institute. Sabesp, in turn, reported that it is analyzing the requests made by the city hall and that it monitors the sewage system. The company admitted the existence of a sewage leak on Enseada beach, but assured that it was an isolated problem and was not linked to the virus outbreak affecting the region.
In response to the situation, federal deputy Erika Hilton sent letters to Sabesp, Cetesb and the state Department of Health, requesting clarification on the virus outbreak on the coast. In emergency rooms in Guarujá, a 42% increase in complaints related to viruses was recorded. The Municipal Health Department highlighted that the Emergency Care Units (UPAs) have undergone improvements in their infrastructure and that the Family Health Units are operating until 10pm. The most common symptoms associated with the virus include diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain, fever, nausea, as well as muscle pain and headache. The Guarujá Health Surveillance coordinator emphasized the importance of adopting preventive measures, such as hand and food hygiene, in addition to seeking medical attention if symptoms persist for more than 12 hours.
Published by Sarah Paula
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