Weather-related illnesses disrupt Kolkata students’ classes and exams

Many schoolchildren in Kolkata have been getting fevers and other infections during the monsoon.

Some students became too sick to attend classes or take their exams.

Missing school made some children feel worried because they had to catch up later.

Doctors said influenza was the most common illness they were seeing, while some children had dengue, malaria or adenovirus infections.

Most sick children could recover at home, although a smaller number needed hospital care.

Schools are using different plans to help students who miss exams.

Some schools are offering retests when families provide medical records.

Teachers are also sharing notes and checking on students who are unwell.

Doctors and psychologists said getting healthy is more important than taking one exam.