India, March 7 -- GBS, a rare paralysis syndrome, has created a flutter among many

The recent outbreak of Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) in Pune is being claimed to be one of the largest globally. The rare paralysis syndrome has led to a surge in the disease outbreak. As of February 25,at least 23 people have died from GBS with over 210 reported cases in India.The majority of the deaths have occurred in Pune.Though contaminated water has been confirmed by National Institute of Virology (NIV)Pune, the exact cause of GBS still remains in dark. Infections, particularly viral and bacterial, have been linked to triggering the condition. Gastroenteritis infections can increase the risk of developing GBS, making food safety practices essential t...