Nipah Virus: After Corona, now people are afraid of Nipah, read why this virus is dangerous and what are its symptoms

Posted on 16th Sep 2023 by rohit kumar

Nipah Virus in India The country had just come out of the Coronavirus outbreak when another dangerous virus knocked. Amidst sporadic cases of Corona, a virus has been found in Kerala, which has increased everyone's concern. After Corona, cases of the Nipah virus are increasing rapidly in Kerala.

 

More than 5 cases of Nipah Virus (Nipah Virus symptoms and prevention) have been found in Kerala and there is panic as hundreds of people have come in contact with the victims. The state government has closed educational institutions till 24 September. Come, let us know how the Nipah virus spreads and why it remains a matter of concern…

 

What is the Nipah virus?

Nipah Virus in India is a virus that spreads from animals to humans. It spreads especially through bats. The first case of Nipah was found among pig farmers in Malaysia in 1998. Its name was coined from the village in Malaysia where its first case was found.

 

WHO has placed this virus in the category of Ebola, Zika, and Corona virus. This is because it has the potential to spread epidemics. Nipah virus usually spreads through animals and contaminated food, but recently it has been seen that it can also spread directly from human to human.

 

Why is everyone expressing concern?

Everyone is worried about Nipah Virus in India because this virus has a high mortality rate. The mortality rate of the victims has been estimated at 75 percent. Another reason for concern is that no vaccine has been released yet.

 

What are the symptoms of the Nipah virus?

In the Nipah virus, the victim has to face high fever, vomiting, and problems in breathing. To make matters worse, the victim's brain may be affected and he may even go into a coma.

 

What to do to avoid Nipah?

To avoid the Nipah virus, we are taking some precautions, by adopting which the virus can be avoided...

 

The easiest and most common way to avoid any virus is to wash your hands with soap from time to time. This reduces the risk of virus.

Not coming in contact with people is also a way to avoid the Nipah virus. Be especially careful with people who are showing symptoms.

Always take care of your food, do not eat the carcass of any animal.

If you notice any symptoms of Nipah in yourself, consult a doctor.

 

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