July 12, 2017 05:07 pm | Updated 05:07 pm IST - Kolar
Two children havedied of suspected diphtheria at Vatrakunte village in Bangarpet taluk. Sakir (11) and Zakru (6) were the victims.
While Salir died a week ago, Zakru died on Wednesday. Both were said to be ailing from diphtheria.
As the news created panic among residents, a team of doctors led by Taluk Health Officer Kamalakar and District Surveillance officer Vijayakumari rushed to the village and checked the health of the children in the area.
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