Nipah virus resurfaces in Kerala with two reported cases, sparking health concerns.
The Nipah virus has resurfaced in Kerala, with two confirmed cases causing fresh alarm. An 18-year-old girl succumbed to acute encephalitis syndrome (AES) in Kozhikode, and a 38-year-old woman from Palakkad tested positive and is undergoing treatment. The National Institute of Virology (NIV), Pune, confirmed the infection. Following these cases, 345 people have been identified as contacts and quarantined across Malappuram, Palakkad, and Kozhikode districts. The Health department has initiated control measures and released a route map for the Nipah-positive person in Palakkad, putting the affected districts on high alert.
Key Points
- Nipah virus has re-emerged in Kerala, leading to one death and one active case.
- The National Institute of Virology (NIV), Pune, confirmed the Nipah infection.
- Health authorities have quarantined 345 contacts and implemented control measures.
- Malappuram, Palakkad, and Kozhikode districts are on high alert.
Exam Facts
- Nipah virus cases reported in Kerala (Kozhikode, Palakkad, Malappuram districts).
- The National Institute of Virology (NIV), Pune, confirmed the infection.
- Symptoms include Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES).
- Kerala Health Minister is Veena George.
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