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Kerala Mobilizes to Contain Nipah Virus After Teenager's Death

State health officials track hundreds of contacts and implement safety measures to prevent further spread.

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A patient is moved to an ICU on a specialist Nipah ward in the southern state of Kerala last week

Overview

  • A 14-year-old boy in Kerala has died from the Nipah virus, prompting a high alert.
  • Health authorities are monitoring 350 people, including 101 high-risk contacts.
  • Six individuals are showing symptoms and are awaiting test results.
  • Nipah virus, with a mortality rate up to 75%, has no cure or vaccine.
  • Preventative measures include isolation, contact tracing, and public advisories.