India says two Nipah virus cases, but situation contained
Summary
Indian authorities reported two confirmed Nipah virus cases in West Bengal but have ensured timely containment with all contacts testing negative.
Key Points
- Two Nipah virus cases were confirmed in West Bengal, India.
- Indian health authorities ensured timely containment of the cases through enhanced surveillance and testing.
- 196 contacts linked to the cases were traced and tested negative for the virus.
- Nipah virus has no vaccine and a high fatality rate, with natural carriers being fruit bats.
