NIPAH VIRUS
Kerala remains India’s ground zero for the Nipah virus, but why?
A new Nipah virus case in Kozhikode, Kerala, highlights the state's recurring outbreaks. Experts link these to fruit bats and human activity. Kerala's strong surveillance system detects cases effectively. The World Health Organisation considers Nipah a priority pathogen. Investigations are underway to understand the current infection's source and potential spread.
ICMR team reaches Kozhikode after Nipah outbreak; relatives of patient test negative
A Nipah virus case has been confirmed in Kozhikode. An ICMR team has arrived to assess the situation. Close relatives of the patient have tested negative. Health officials are implementing strict preventive measures. Surveillance is underway for those who came into contact with the patient. The district administration is ensuring all necessary facilities are in place.
Kerala: Nipah patient's route map released; animal husbandry dept sets up control room
Kozhikode district administration has released the route map of a 43-year-old man infected with the Nipah virus. He is currently on ventilator support. Preventive measures are in place, including quarantining individuals who came into contact with him. Authorities have intensified surveillance and set up a control room to prevent animal-to-human transmission.
Nipah virus infection reported in Kerala's Kozhikode, 77 contacts identified
A Nipah virus infection case is confirmed in Kozhikode, Kerala. Authorities have initiated preventive measures and are tracing contacts. The infected individual is stable and receiving treatment. Health officials are ensuring medicine availability and public awareness. Vigilance is advised, especially between May and September, due to fruit bat activity. Further studies are underway to understand transmission patterns.
Kerala reports fresh Nipah Virus case: Check symptoms, ways to prevent and other key details
Kerala is on high alert after a man in Kozhikode district tested positive for Nipah virus. Health officials are tracing contacts and implementing quarantine measures. The patient is on ventilator support. Samples are sent for confirmation. Authorities are investigating the source of infection. Nipah virus is a zoonotic disease spread by fruit bats and pigs.
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Nipah virus outbreak: How it attacks the brain and how to stay safe
India has reported two Nipah virus cases, with both infected nurses in Kolkata having recovered. While rare, Nipah is a dangerous virus with a high mortality rate, spreading from animals to humans. Health experts emphasize awareness and simple precautions, stating it's unlikely to cause a pandemic due to its transmission method.
Nipah virus outbreak in Australia: What's the latest status? Is it deadly? What are the symptoms? Here's all you should know
Does Australia have the Nipah virus? Authorities in Australia are closely monitoring a Nipah virus outbreak in India, which has caused at least two deaths. While the virus has never been detected in Australia, health authorities are vigilant. Indonesia has increased airport screenings as a precaution, though no changes to Australian protocols are advised at this time.
Nipah airport screenings are for reassurance, not scientific step to stop spread, experts say
Asian countries have increased airport screenings for Nipah virus after cases in India. Experts state these measures offer reassurance rather than scientific protection. The World Health Organization does not recommend such screenings. Focus should shift to understanding the virus and developing treatments where it currently exists. This approach prepares for future risks.
China starts screening of travellers at airports over fears of Nipah virus
China has initiated screening of travelers arriving from Nipah virus outbreak areas, including India, with swab tests being conducted. While no cases have been detected in China and the risk is deemed low, authorities are strengthening monitoring and prevention measures due to the virus's high fatality rate and potential for recurrent outbreaks.
Why is Nipah virus so dangerous? Here's what happens when the ‘highly fatal’ infection enters human body and attacks the brain
Nipah virus outbreak: Nipah virus, a rare but deadly zoonotic disease, is highly infectious and fatal and there is no treatment or cure. Dr. Deep Das, a neurologist, has explained that nipah virus can impact human brains and can cause inflammation. The Nipah virus causes extreme brain inflammation which results in brain swelling that develops into encephalitis, he explained.
Nipah virus outbreak: Health ministry shares latest update on deadly infection as Thailand, Nepal and Malaysia airports step up screening of passengers
Nipah virus: India's health ministry has clarified that there are two cases of confirmed Nipah virus in West Bengal amid reports that five people were infected in the state. The remarks come at a time when many South Asian airports such as Nepal, Thailand and Malaysia have ramped up screeings of virus. Nipah virus is associated with a high death rate, with fatality levels reported between 40 and 75 per cent depending on the outbreak.
Nipah virus update: These international airports reintroduce Covid-style health checks after West Bengal outbreak. Check the guidelines and what travellers must know
Nipah virus update: Airports in Taiwan, Nepal and Thailand have reintroduced Covid-style health checks after five cases of Nipah virus were reported in West Bengal. These South Asian airports have reinstated airport health screenings, especially for travellers arriving from high-risk areas. According to WHO, symptoms of Nipah can include fever, headache, muscle pain, vomiting and sore throat.
Is there a Nipah virus outbreak in India? What we know about the disease with no cure
Asian airports, including Thailand, Nepal, and Taiwan, have implemented Covid-like screening for Nipah virus following reports of cases in West Bengal. While two confirmed cases are reported, experts emphasize ongoing monitoring due to the virus's long incubation period and high fatality rate, stressing the importance of contact tracing and supportive care.
Nipah virus outbreak: 100 people quarantined in West Bengal to contain deadly zoonotic virus with high fatality. Check how it spreads, signs, symptoms and treatment
Nipah virus outbreak: As many as 100 people have sent to quarantine in West Bengal to contain the spread of the deadly Nipah virus in the state. Five people have been infected, and the two nurses remain in critical condition. The Nipah virus is zoonotic, spreading between animals and people, and there is no treatment and vaccine for the infection.
Health Ministry monitoring situation as two Nipah virus cases detected in West Bengal
Two suspected Nipah virus cases are being closely monitored in West Bengal. The Union health ministry has deployed an expert team to support state officials. Meticulous contact tracing and containment measures are underway. The situation is being handled with utmost priority given the serious nature of the Nipah virus.
Nipah virus in Kerala: Three cases detected in Malappuram, Palakkad this year; govt traces 677 contacts
In 2025, Kerala's Malappuram and Palakkad districts reported three Nipah virus infections, prompting the tracing of 677 contacts. The government has initiated control measures, deploying expert teams and placing several districts on alert. Genomic surveillance indicates the circulating strain is similar to previous outbreaks, while ongoing efforts focus on strengthening regional preparedness through training, PPE supply, and enhanced public awareness.
National Institute of Virology develops portable 'point-of-care' test kit for detecting Nipah virus
India can now swiftly detect the Nipah virus with a newly developed portable test kit by the National Institute of Virology (NIV). This point-of-care test provides results within minutes, even outside lab settings, and will soon be deployed in high-risk areas like Kerala and West Bengal.
Nipah virus claims another life in Kerala district, masks up, schools shut: Symptoms, treatment and transmission explained
Nipah Virus: The Kerala government has imposed strict containment measures in Malappuram district following a Nipah virus death. Shops in affected areas must close by 7 PM, and public gatherings are banned. Schools and other institutions are shut down, and mask-wearing is mandatory. The virus, primarily spread by fruit bats, poses a significant health threat.
Man who died recently in Malappuram was infected with Nipah virus: Kerala Health Minister
Kerala Health Minister Veena George confirmed that a man who recently died in Malappuram was infected with Nipah virus. The outbreak in Malappuram has been contained, and restrictions have been lifted after a 42-day double incubation period. All 472 people under observation have been cleared and removed from the contact list.
Kerala teen dies due to Nipah virus: Here's all you should know about the deadly Zoonotic virus
The patient displayed signs of Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES) such as sudden onset of fever, as well as clinical signs of neurological dysfunction. Among other common symptoms of the illness are altered mental status, confusion, disorientation, and seizures. In severe cases, patients may experience coma and paralysis. The diseases spreads through direct contact between animals and individuals.
Nipah virus claims teen's life in Kerala, 60 high-risk cases identified
Authorities in Kerala state, southern India, are taking precautionary measures following the death of a 14-year-old boy from the Nipah virus and the identification of 60 individuals at high risk, the state's health minister announced on Sunday. Nipah virus, originating from fruit bats and animals like pigs, can cause a deadly fever with brain swelling in humans. Kerala, identified as a high-risk area for Nipah outbreaks, is implementing measures to prevent its spread.
Centre to deploy team to support Kerala in probing Nipah virus case
The Indian government is mobilizing a multi-member joint outbreak response team to assist Kerala in investigating and managing a Nipah virus case detected in Mallapuram district. The case involves a 14-year-old boy who initially showed symptoms of acute encephalitis syndrome and later tested positive for Nipah virus at the National Institute of Virology in Pune.
Nipah virus outbreak in Kerala: All educational institutes in Kozhikode shut till September 24. Top 10 latest updates
An outbreak of the Nipah virus in Kerala, India has caused panic. The virus, transmitted by fruit bats, is potentially fatal and can cause respiratory illness, fever, muscular pain, and other symptoms. The Kerala government has decided to test everyone on the high-risk contact list of infected individuals. Here are the latest updates.
How dangerous is Nipah virus. What happens when you get it. Can you survive the deadly virus? Here is all
Kerala is dealing with the reemergence of the Nipah virus, with two deaths and three people under quarantine. This is the fourth occurrence of the virus in the state since 2018. The virus, originating from Bangladesh, has a higher mortality rate and can be transmitted from human to human. Nipah virus infection can cause severe disease, including brain swelling, with a fatality rate ranging from 40% to 75%.
Nipah virus alert in Kerala after two deaths. Causes, symptoms and treatment
The Kerala government is on high alert after two deaths due to Nipah virus occurred at a private hospital in Kozhikode. The Health Ministry has also directed for an isolation facility to be set up. Nipah virus is typically transmitted from animals to humans and can cause a range of illnesses, including acute respiratory illness and fatal encephalitis. There is currently no treatment or vaccine available.
Molbio Diagnostics gets DCGI nod for Nipah virus testing
Nipah virus testing can now be performed rapidly on Truenat, a real-time PCR platform, on demand, the Goa-based firm said. This will result in early and fast diagnosis for effective management of the disease and containment of the spread of Nipah virus, it added.
Nipah virus strikes again: Deadly symptoms, prevention, everything you need to know
The WHO claims there is no treatment or vaccine available for the infection.
Nipah virus lurks in fruits, go easy on dates & guavas
Always ensure you thoroughly wash fruits and vegetables before consuming them.
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