There is an alarming outbreak of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) in Pune. Over 140 cases reported have put serious questions before everyone about water contamination, public health safety, and preparedness in India.

Join us on this episode of The Crux as we speak to Dr. Shahid Jameel, a leading virologist, in the process of helping break down the science behind GBS, its symptoms, potential causes, and the way forward. How is this outbreak different? What are the lessons for India's healthcare system?

Tune in to hear his insights about the origins of the outbreak, and how to prevent future crises.

Is this a wake-up call for India's public health system?

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00:00:00 – Intro
00:00:58 – What is GBS?
00:03:33 – Insights into the Pune outbreak
00:07:46 – Water purification practices
00:10:49 – GBS in Peru
00:14:15 – Early symptoms
00:18:02 – At-risk populations
00:19:55 – Are we medically prepared?
00:23:03 – Screening and diagnosis
00:24:21 – Preventing future outbreaks
00:25:28 – Key takeaways

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