Kerala Implements Containment Zones as Nipah Virus Claims Lives

Kerala confirmed a new case of Nipah virus infection in Kozhikode, Kerala, bringing the total cases to six.

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The infected person, a 39-year-old man, had sought treatment at a private hospital where previous Nipah-positive cases were treated.

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Two deaths have occurred due to the Nipah virus, prompting the introduction of Covid-like containment zones.

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ICMR delivered a monoclonal antibody to combat the virus, although its efficacy is yet to be clinically proven.

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The Kerala government established containment zones around the homes of the deceased Nipah virus victims.

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Other states like Karnataka and Rajasthan issued alerts for Nipah virus and implemented measures to prevent its spread

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