
– A 14-year-old boy from Kerala died from Nipah virus after showing symptoms of acute encephalitis syndrome
– A “One Health” outbreak response team has been sent by the Centre to investigate the case and provide technical assistance
– Contacts of the boy and suspected cases are being quarantined and tested for the virus
– Monoclonal antibodies against the infection have been sent to the state by the Indian Council of Medical Research
– Nipah outbreaks are not common in India, but are seen annually in Bangladesh
– Nipah is transmitted by fruit bats, so precautions like washing fruits and boiling palm sap are recommended
– Actor R Madhavan shared his weight loss journey on social media, focusing on fitness routine and diet that included intermittent fasting and mindful eating, caution advised against unsupervised fasting.
Kerala reports Nipah death: Know what is being done to prevent …
Kerala reports Nipah death: Know what is being done to prevent ...