Nipah virus outbreak in West Bengal raises alarm Asia goes on high alert following the outbreak Thailand, Nepal, Taiwan step up airport screenings Ayan Ghosal joins Eric Njoka with more details | WION

#Gravitas | Nipah virus outbreak in West Bengal raises alarm Asia goes on high alert following the outbreak, countries step up airport screenings Fruit bats and pigs identified as major virus carriers Molly Gambhir brings you more on this | WION

India has reported multiple cases of the deadly Nipah virus in West Bengal with high fatality rates and no vaccine or cure available. Health authorities are isolating close contacts and stepping up surveillance. The virus can spread from animals to humans and causes severe symptoms,including fever and encephalitis, prompting public health alerts. #Trending | CCTV

What is the Nipah virus, where does it come from, and why does it continue to cause outbreaks in parts of Asia? Dr Leong Hoe Nam, infectious disease specialist at Rophi Clinic Singapore explains how Nipah virus is transmitted and why early symptoms can be difficult to tell apart from common flu. Understanding how this virus spreads helps us better protect ourselves and those around us. Share any questions you may have in the comments 💬 #medicalchannelasia #mca #nipah #infectiousdisease #publich