Monsoon brings this year’s first JE death, three infections
Summary
Nepal has reported its first Japanese encephalitis death and three infections since the monsoon began, with officials anticipating more cases. A Rs 460 million vaccination program is planned for high-risk districts starting next April.
Key Points
- At least one person has died and three others infected with Japanese encephalitis (JE) since the monsoon began three weeks ago.
- JE cases have been reported in four districts: Sunsari, Ilam, Surkhet, and Chitwan.
- The government has allocated Rs 460 million to launch JE vaccination in 11 high-burden districts starting April next year.
- JE vaccine is included in Nepal's routine immunisation and is administered free to children at state health facilities.
