What is the Nipah virus and is it spreading in southern India?
Summary
A new Nipah virus infection was confirmed in Kerala, India, on July 12, affecting a 52-year-old man. This marks the tenth spillover of the virus from animals to humans in Kerala since 2018, and there have been four cases this year, including two deaths. The state has increased monitoring efforts, with 675 people under watch.Key Facts
- The Nipah virus was confirmed in a 52-year-old man in Kerala's Palakkad district on July 12.
- Kerala has reported ten Nipah virus instances since 2018.
- In 2023, there have been four cases and two deaths from the virus in Kerala.
- The virus mainly spreads from animals to humans but can also move between humans.
- Fruit bats are the natural hosts of the Nipah virus.
- Symptoms of the virus can include severe respiratory issues and brain inflammation.
- Past outbreaks have occurred in Malaysia, Singapore, Bangladesh, and India.
- Kerala currently has 675 people under observation due to the virus.
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