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CPHP contributes to evidence-based public health through research, documentation, and knowledge dissemination. Our publications reflect our commitment to understanding health challenges and informing policy and practice.

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cphp Outbreak Investigations

1. Investigation of an Outbreak of Acute Gastroenteritis in Kollam, Kerala, India

This study examines the epidemiological investigation of an acute gastroenteritis outbreak in Kollam, identifying causes, response measures, and key lessons for outbreak preparedness and control.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27053229/

2. Prevalence of Chronic Respiratory Diseases in a Rural Area of Kerala, Southern India

This research highlights the burden of chronic respiratory diseases in rural Kerala, emphasizing the need for early detection, preventive strategies, and strengthened primary healthcare systems.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29332648/

3. Out-of-pocket Expenditure due to Hepatitis A Disease: A Study from Kollam District, Kerala, India

This paper explores the financial burden faced by households affected by Hepatitis A, underlining the importance of public health interventions and financial risk protection mechanisms.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5793480/

4. Return of the Water Devil – Kerala Needs to Be Cautious Against Hepatitis A Outbreaks

A review article discussing the re-emergence of Hepatitis A in Kerala, focusing on risk factors, prevention strategies, and the importance of sustained public health vigilance.
https://www.keralamedicaljournal.in/2025/review-article/return-of-the-water-devil-kerala-need-to-be-cautious-about-hepatitis-a-outbreaks/

5. Effectiveness of drugs control and regulating mechanism of the Drugs Control Department in Kerala State.

Funded by: Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute of Medical Sciences, Thiruvananthapuram. The major objective of project was to review the structure and functioning of drug regulatory mechanisms in Kerala state, including mechanisms to increase provider and consumer trust of these regulatory mechanisms.