Deadly Nipah virus cases reported by health officials

Two cases of the deadly Nipah virus, which has no cure, have been reported in India.
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UK health chiefs issue new warning about Nipah virus

UK health bosses have issued a warning following an outbreak of the Nipah virus in India. It comes as two cases of the deadly ...
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What is Nipah virus and why WHO list it as a global epidemic threat

Nipah virus is a zoonotic infection, meaning it can be transmitted from animals to humans. It can also spread through contaminated food and, in some cases, from person to person. The virus was first ...

A deadly virus with no treatment has been identified. Is NC at risk? What to know

Severe cases can lead to brain swelling, or encephalitis, where symptoms can include confusion, drowsiness and seizures.

Nipah virus symptoms explained as doctors warn '75% of infected could die'

UK Health Security Agency bosses have designated the Nipah virus as a "high priority pathogen" due to its high fatality rate ...