Punjab Chief Minister Diagnosed with Leptospirosis, Health Stable

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann was confirmed on Saturday, September 28, 2024, to have been diagnosed with leptospirosis, a bacterial infection. According to doctors, he is receiving antibiotic treatment and his condition is classified as “completely stable.” The 50-year-old leader of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) was admitted to Fortis Hospital in Mohali earlier on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, for what was described as a routine medical check-up.

A health bulletin released by the hospital stated, “At present, all vitals of the Chief Minister are completely stable. As suspected at the time of admission for tropical fever, his blood tests for leptospirosis came back positive.” It further detailed that Mr. Mann has been prescribed appropriate antibiotics and is showing signs of improvement in both clinical features and pathological tests.

The World Health Organization describes leptospirosis as a bacterial disease affecting both humans and animals. The infection occurs through direct contact with the urine of infected animals or contact with an environment contaminated by such urine. The bacteria can enter the human body through cuts or skin abrasions, or through mucous membranes such as in the mouth, nose, and eyes.

Dr. R.K. Jaswal, Director and Head of the Department of Cardiology at Fortis Hospital, noted that the Chief Minister is showing significant improvement in clinical parameters and responding well to treatment addressing increased pulmonary artery pressure. It was reported that due to heightened pressure in the pulmonary artery, Mr. Mann experienced irregular blood pressure, prompting further heart-related examinations.