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Kerala Faces Twin Health Challenge Amid New Nipah Scare And Shigella Outbreak
New Delhi/Thiruvananthapuram, June 12 (IANS) Kerala is facing a twin health challenge with a fresh Nipah virus scare and a continuing Shigella outbreak in Wayanad with fresh cases being reported in other districts, prompting authorities to step up surveillance and preventive measures across the state.
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Kerala Nipah Patient Critical, 77 Contacts Under Observation; 2 In Highest-Risk Category
Kerala Health Minister K Muraleedharan said there is no need for panic despite the patient's extensive contacts. The patient had visited multiple departments of a private hospital where he initially sought treatment.
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Kerala Man Tests Positive For Nipah Virus: How Does It Spread In Humans?
Nipah virus is a severe zoonotic virus which can be transmitted from animals to humans. It was first identified in 1999 during an outbreak in Malaysia.
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Kerala Man Tests Positive For Nipah In Preliminary Screening
Kerala Health Minister K Muralidharan has said the man had extensive contacts but stressed that there was no reason for panic at this stage.The final confirmation from the National Institute of Virology is expected on Thursday.
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Kerala Issues Nipah Virus Alert From April To September 2026 Based On Previous Outbreak Patterns
Kerala has issued a Nipah virus alert from April to September based on past outbreak trends. Authorities warn of seasonal risks linked to fruit bats and urge heightened surveillance, early detection, and strict infection control measures.
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First Nipah Virus Death Reported In Bengal, But No New Cases Emerge
West Bengal on Thursday reported its first case of a Nipah virus-related death, after a nurse, who was affected by it and was admitted at the critical care unit of a hospital at Barasat in North 24 Parganas district, passed away.
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Nurse Who Recovered From Nipah Virus Dies Of Cardiac Arrest In Bengal
A 25-year-old nurse who had recovered from Nipah virus infection died of cardiac arrest on Thursday at a private hospital at Barasat in North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal, a state health department official said.
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Beyond Nipah Virus: New Bat Virus Found In Bangladesh Patients, Warn Scientists
Scientists have uncovered a previously undetected bat-borne virus, Pteropine orthoreovirus (PRV), in Bangladeshi patients initially suspected of having Nipah virus. The finding raises concerns about hidden zoonotic threats in regions where Nipah is e
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Nipah Breakthrough: Japan To Begin First Human Vaccine Trial In April
A team of researchers in Japan has announced a clinical trial to confirm a vaccine's efficacy against the deadly Nipah virus in humans.
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Nipah Virus Vs Bird Flu In India: Which Viral Infection Is Deadlier For Humans?
India has seen renewed concern over Nipah virus in West Bengal and ongoing bird flu (avian influenza) threats in Bihar. But which of these viral infections is deadlier?
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How A Malayalam Thriller On Nipah Virus Is A Scary Reminder Of What Went Wrong In Kerala
In early 2026, Nipah returned to headlines after two confirmed cases were reported in West Bengal
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Nipah Virus Alert: Myanmar's Yangon Airport Tightens Screening
Myanmar has intensified health screening and surveillance at Yangon International Airport to prevent the possible entry of the Nipah virus, the state-owned daily The Global New Light of Myanmar reported on Monday.
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Common Mistakes People Make During Viral Outbreaks And How To Avoid Them
From ignoring early symptoms to self-medication and misinformation, common mistakes during viral outbreaks can worsen spread and severity. Experts explain how science-backed behaviour can protect individuals and communities.
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How Nipah Virus Overwhelms The Immune System And Turns It Against The Body
Nipah virus does not just infect the body, it disrupts immune defences at multiple levels, suppressing early antiviral responses and triggering harmful inflammation.
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How Kerala Learned To Contain Nipah Virus Outbreaks Without A Vaccine: Lessons In Public Health
Kerala's repeated success in containing Nipah virus outbreaks, without a vaccine or specific treatment, stems from rapid detection, robust contact tracing, strong surveillance and community engagement.
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Kerala Faces Twin Health Challenge Amid New Nipah Scare And Shigella Outbreak
New Delhi/Thiruvananthapuram, June 12 (IANS) Kerala is facing a twin health challenge with a fresh Nipah virus scare and a continuing Shigella outbreak in Wayanad with fresh cases being reported in other districts, prompting authorities to step up surveillance and preventive measures across the state.
-
Kerala Nipah Patient Critical, 77 Contacts Under Observation; 2 In Highest-Risk Category
Kerala Health Minister K Muraleedharan said there is no need for panic despite the patient's extensive contacts. The patient had visited multiple departments of a private hospital where he initially sought treatment.
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Kerala Man Tests Positive For Nipah Virus: How Does It Spread In Humans?
Nipah virus is a severe zoonotic virus which can be transmitted from animals to humans. It was first identified in 1999 during an outbreak in Malaysia.
-
Kerala Man Tests Positive For Nipah In Preliminary Screening
Kerala Health Minister K Muralidharan has said the man had extensive contacts but stressed that there was no reason for panic at this stage.The final confirmation from the National Institute of Virology is expected on Thursday.
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Kerala Issues Nipah Virus Alert From April To September 2026 Based On Previous Outbreak Patterns
Kerala has issued a Nipah virus alert from April to September based on past outbreak trends. Authorities warn of seasonal risks linked to fruit bats and urge heightened surveillance, early detection, and strict infection control measures.
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First Nipah Virus Death Reported In Bengal, But No New Cases Emerge
West Bengal on Thursday reported its first case of a Nipah virus-related death, after a nurse, who was affected by it and was admitted at the critical care unit of a hospital at Barasat in North 24 Parganas district, passed away.
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Nurse Who Recovered From Nipah Virus Dies Of Cardiac Arrest In Bengal
A 25-year-old nurse who had recovered from Nipah virus infection died of cardiac arrest on Thursday at a private hospital at Barasat in North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal, a state health department official said.
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Beyond Nipah Virus: New Bat Virus Found In Bangladesh Patients, Warn Scientists
Scientists have uncovered a previously undetected bat-borne virus, Pteropine orthoreovirus (PRV), in Bangladeshi patients initially suspected of having Nipah virus. The finding raises concerns about hidden zoonotic threats in regions where Nipah is e
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Nipah Breakthrough: Japan To Begin First Human Vaccine Trial In April
A team of researchers in Japan has announced a clinical trial to confirm a vaccine's efficacy against the deadly Nipah virus in humans.
-
Nipah Virus Vs Bird Flu In India: Which Viral Infection Is Deadlier For Humans?
India has seen renewed concern over Nipah virus in West Bengal and ongoing bird flu (avian influenza) threats in Bihar. But which of these viral infections is deadlier?
-
How A Malayalam Thriller On Nipah Virus Is A Scary Reminder Of What Went Wrong In Kerala
In early 2026, Nipah returned to headlines after two confirmed cases were reported in West Bengal
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Nipah Virus Alert: Myanmar's Yangon Airport Tightens Screening
Myanmar has intensified health screening and surveillance at Yangon International Airport to prevent the possible entry of the Nipah virus, the state-owned daily The Global New Light of Myanmar reported on Monday.
-
Common Mistakes People Make During Viral Outbreaks And How To Avoid Them
From ignoring early symptoms to self-medication and misinformation, common mistakes during viral outbreaks can worsen spread and severity. Experts explain how science-backed behaviour can protect individuals and communities.
-
How Nipah Virus Overwhelms The Immune System And Turns It Against The Body
Nipah virus does not just infect the body, it disrupts immune defences at multiple levels, suppressing early antiviral responses and triggering harmful inflammation.
-
How Kerala Learned To Contain Nipah Virus Outbreaks Without A Vaccine: Lessons In Public Health
Kerala's repeated success in containing Nipah virus outbreaks, without a vaccine or specific treatment, stems from rapid detection, robust contact tracing, strong surveillance and community engagement.
