Skin Disease Outbreak Reported in Din Lah Kyo Village, Western Hpruso Township, Affecting Children Among Others

In western Hpruso Township, Karenni State, residents of Din Lah Kyo village—including school-age children—have been experiencing a rising number of skin disease cases, according to a local health worker.

“It affects people of all ages, but it is more common among school-age children. The cases are concentrated in Din Lah Kyo village and began spreading from students living in the dormitory.

Medication support has been provided by donors, but every year during this season we see recurring cases of skin disease. It is contagious and takes a long time to heal,” the health worker explained.

Since July 30, boarding school students have been affected, developing red rashes across their bodies along with itching, pustules, and swelling.