Sri Lanka, Nov. 2 -- Health experts have warned of a possible rise in waterborne and other infectious diseases over the next two weeks as floodwaters recede in several areas affected by minor flooding amid continued rainy weather.

Speaking to the Daily Mirror, Senior Consultant Physician Dr Ananda Wijewickrama said diseases such as leptospirosis, hepatitis A, typhoid and diarrhoeal illnesses could spread after flooding due to contaminated water sources.

He also warned that dengue remains a significant health threat during the rainy season, as the prevailing conditions could create favourable breeding grounds for mosquitoes.

Dr Wijewickrama said leptospirosis, commonly known as rat fever, was another major concern even following minor ...