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West Bengal on high alert as Nipah virus outbreak reported

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KOLKATA: Authorities in India’s West Bengal have issued a high alert following reports of a Nipah virus outbreak, prompting strict safety measures and quarantines in affected areas.

According to British media, nearly 100 people have been placed under home quarantine, while one patient is reported to be in critical condition. Local authorities have intensified precautions to curb the spread of the virus.

In response to the outbreak, Thailand has increased preventive measures, introducing infectious disease screening at major airports for travelers arriving from West Bengal.

The Nipah virus was first identified in Malaysia in 1998. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), it is a highly dangerous zoonotic virus, primarily transmitted through bats.

Experts warn that there is currently no specific treatment or approved vaccine for the virus, prompting authorities to advise the public to follow strict preventive measures.

Five Nipah virus cases confirmed in West Bengal, India

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Five Nipah virus

Authorities in West Bengal, India have confirmed five cases of Nipah virus, including infections among doctors and nurses, local media reported. One patient’s condition is reportedly critical.

According to international news agencies, affected individuals are receiving treatment in Kolkata and nearby hospitals, while approximately 100 people have been placed under precautionary home quarantine. The health department has intensified monitoring to contain the situation.

The World Health Organization (WHO) classifies Nipah virus as a high-risk pathogen. Experts note that the virus is primarily transmitted from bats to humans, often through contaminated fruits. Currently, no vaccine or specific treatment exists for the infection.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) warns that early symptoms of Nipah virus, such as fever, headache, and weakness, are nonspecific, making timely diagnosis challenging. The virus has an incubation period ranging from 4 to 21 days.

Health authorities have urged residents to take precautionary measures and report any symptoms immediately to prevent further spread.