No Nipah case in Nepal, Health Ministry adopts high vigilance
Summary
Nepal's Ministry of Health confirms no Nipah virus cases have been detected but has adopted heightened vigilance and preparedness nationwide to prevent potential outbreaks.
Key Points
- No Nipah virus case has been confirmed in Nepal so far according to the Ministry of Health and Population.
- The Ministry has adopted heightened vigilance and preparedness measures including alerting hospitals and health institutions across the country.
- Precautionary advice includes thorough washing of fruits, proper cooking, maintaining hygiene, and wearing masks in crowded places.
- The Ministry urges the public to remain alert and rely only on official information while warning against misinformation.
