Surveillance increased against Nipah virus at western border
Summary
Nepal has increased surveillance at western border checkpoints with India to prevent the spread of the Nipah virus following its detection in India. Health desks at five border points in Sudurpaschim Province are monitoring travelers, and isolation wards from the COVID-19 period are kept ready as a precaution.
Key Points
- Surveillance has been increased at five western border checkpoints with India to prevent Nipah virus spread.
- Health desks at Gauriphanta, Khakaruna, Khalanga, Jhulgahat, and Gaddachauki are monitoring travelers.
- Staff at border health desks have been oriented about the Nipah virus and isolation wards remain ready.
- Monitoring focuses on passengers showing symptoms, with swabs collected and sent to the Provincial Public Health Laboratory.
