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India’s Nipah virus outbreak leaves five infected and nearly 100 quarantined; Thailand begins screening passengers from India: media report

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The Thai Ministry of Public Health on Sunday began screening air passengers arriving from India for possible Nipah virus infection after five Nipah virus cases were reported and nearly 100 people were quarantined in India's eastern state of West Bengal, according to media reports.

Screening is being carried out at Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang airports, focusing on travellers arriving from West Bengal. Authorities said passengers and relevant agencies have been cooperative, Thai media outlet The Nation Thailand reported.

The ministry has also issued a "Health Beware Card" for travellers arriving from risk areas. It advises anyone who develops symptoms such as fever, headache, muscle aches, sore throat, cough, difficulty breathing, drowsiness, confusion or seizures—especially if they have had contact with bats, sick animals or an infected person within 21 days before arriving in Thailand—to seek medical attention immediately, The Nation Thailand reported.

Earlier, Indian authorities are rushing to contain a Nipah virus outbreak after five cases were reported and nearly 100 people quarantined in the eastern state of West Bengal, The Independent reported Friday local time.

Three new infections were reported earlier this week, authorities said, adding to two existing cases of nurses, one male and one female, who had earlier tested positive. The nurses were working at a private hospital in Barasat near the state capital of Kolkata.

Besides Thailand screening air passengers arriving from India, the Government of Nepal has heightened nationwide alertness to prevent the possible entry of the Nipah virus, following its recent spread in India's neighboring state of West Bengal, according to Nepalese media outlet The Annapurna Express on January 22.

Spokesperson for the Nepal Ministry of Health and Population, Prakash Budhathoki, said the government has put adequate preventive measures in place. Health screenings have been initiated for passengers arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport, as well as at major border points with India, The Annapurna Express reported.

"We have intensified surveillance particularly at border points in Koshi Province. Similar health checks have also been ordered at other border crossings," Budhathoki said, per the report.

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), Nipah virus is classified as a priority pathogen owing to its epidemic potential. There are no vaccines or treatment for Nipah virus. Nipah virus infection in humans causes a range of clinical presentations, from asymptomatic infection (subclinical) to acute respiratory infection and fatal encephalitis, says WHO.

A member of the Henipavirus genus, Nipah virus is mainly carried by fruit bats of the Pteropus species, creating a constant risk of spillover to humans through contaminated food or direct contact. With no approved vaccine or specific antiviral treatment available, and fatality rates in past outbreaks ranging between 40 percent and 75 percent, Nipah remains a serious public health threat wherever it emerges, according to the Indian local media the Economist Times.

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sweep_shot said:
I just hope it will remain there and not spread worldwide.

Don't need another COVID. :inti
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KingKhanWC said:
This is a serious virus.

Cricketers travelling to Bengal must be careful
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I hope that everyone is protected and those who are afflicted by it find quick recovery (Ameen) but the reproduction number (R0) of Nipah virus is low so little chance of spreading and it is not from CoronaVirus family.

It is more fatal.
 
LordJames said:
I hope that everyone is protected and those who are afflicted by it find quick recovery (Ameen) but the reproduction number (R0) of Nipah virus is low so little chance of spreading and it is not from CoronaVirus family.

It is more fatal.
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I see.

May Allah (SWT) keep us safe.
 
LordJames said:
I hope that everyone is protected and those who are afflicted by it find quick recovery (Ameen) but the reproduction number (R0) of Nipah virus is low so little chance of spreading and it is not from CoronaVirus family.

It is more fatal.
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Yes but sadly in a world of biological weapons we cannot be sure if the virus has been modified in a lab . The cases are usually higher than a nation would admit .

Are bats highly prevalent in this area of India ?
 
KingKhanWC said:
Yes but sadly in a world of biological weapons we cannot be sure if the virus has been modified in a lab . The cases are usually higher than a nation would admit .

Are bats highly prevalent in this area of India ?
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sweep_shot said:
I see.

May Allah (SWT) keep us safe.
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NiV is a Zootonic virus (passes from animals) among thousands of zoonotic viruses which we know and they have always been deadly for humans since time immemorial and there is no need for modification.

There will be always be a Zootonic virus ready to jump...

The contact between humans has become more dense, quick and uncontrollable so viruses will spread rapidly. When you fly from London to New York, you see people coughing and sneezing so within hours someone who has landed from an infected country to London and is now in New York on the subway systems OR a person can be completely asymptomatic

That's the problem.

Even the best detection systems cannot detect early enough and before we can even detect it, its already here.
  1. We know that a PIG is a reservoir and host for dozens of Zootonic viruses and we have dozens of studies to prove it. In addition, you have Rodents, Bats and non-Human Rodents
  2. We also know that hands need to be washed often and rigorously rubbed with Soap
  3. We also know that Nasal cavity needs to be rinsed/washed with Saline
3 simple steps will go a long way in prevention
  1. Don't eat Pigs, bats, monkeys, rodents etc
  2. Wash your hands with Soap and Water and often
  3. Rinse your Nose with Saline during an infection
Take a wild Guess which religion naturally teaches you some form of all of the above? Take a wild guess as to which religion natively teaches you to cleanse yourself from traces of urine/feces? i.e.

Purity is half of the faith

Then once there is an infection, take another wild guess as to which religion enforces quarantine to the extent that an infected person is to be removed from places of worship and public gatherings and if an infection spread in an area then don't let sick people leave and isolate them in place?

There is no superstitious infection, but do not mix the sick with the healthy

In every basic book of Islam, it categorically states that a sick person is exempt from congregational prayers and if he is deemed to be a danger to others (by a competent physician) then some scholars have deemed it to be an obligation for this person to stay away.Even if you are not infectious but merely annoying (by coughing, sneezing, smelling etc) you are exempt from praying. ​

Some scholars have even stated that it is an obligation for others (in the congregation) to expel someone who is foul smelling (of Garlic etc).

Technics 1210 said:
Cancel or relocate the WT20 now!
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Most certainly something to keep an eye on! Cricket Matches will be superspreaders...
 
LordJames said:
NiV is a Zootonic virus (passes from animals) among thousands of zoonotic viruses which we know and they have always been deadly for humans since time immemorial and there is no need for modification.

There will be always be a Zootonic virus ready to jump...

The contact between humans has become more dense, quick and uncontrollable so viruses will spread rapidly. When you fly from London to New York, you see people coughing and sneezing so within hours someone who has landed from an infected country to London and is now in New York on the subway systems OR a person can be completely asymptomatic

That's the problem.

Even the best detection systems cannot detect early enough and before we can even detect it, its already here.
  1. We know that a PIG is a reservoir and host for dozens of Zootonic viruses and we have dozens of studies to prove it. In addition, you have Rodents, Bats and non-Human Rodents
  2. We also know that hands need to be washed often and rigorously rubbed with Soap
  3. We also know that Nasal cavity needs to be rinsed/washed with Saline
3 simple steps will go a long way in prevention
  1. Don't eat Pigs, bats, monkeys, rodents etc
  2. Wash your hands with Soap and Water and often
  3. Rinse your Nose with Saline during an infection
Take a wild Guess which religion naturally teaches you some form of all of the above? Take a wild guess as to which religion natively teaches you to cleanse yourself from traces of urine/feces? i.e.

Purity is half of the faith

Then once there is an infection, take another wild guess as to which religion enforces quarantine to the extent that an infected person is to be removed from places of worship and public gatherings and if an infection spread in an area then don't let sick people leave and isolate them in place?

There is no superstitious infection, but do not mix the sick with the healthy

In every basic book of Islam, it categorically states that a sick person is exempt from congregational prayers and if he is deemed to be a danger to others (by a competent physician) then some scholars have deemed it to be an obligation for this person to stay away.Even if you are not infectious but merely annoying (by coughing, sneezing, smelling etc) you are exempt from praying. ​

Some scholars have even stated that it is an obligation for others (in the congregation) to expel someone who is foul smelling (of Garlic etc).



Most certainly something to keep an eye on! Cricket Matches will be superspreaders...
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These diseases are preventable but many people don't have common sense to stay away from dangerous foods.

Dangerous foods should be banned from eating.
 
LordJames said:
NiV is a Zootonic virus (passes from animals) among thousands of zoonotic viruses which we know and they have always been deadly for humans since time immemorial and there is no need for modification.

There will be always be a Zootonic virus ready to jump...

The contact between humans has become more dense, quick and uncontrollable so viruses will spread rapidly. When you fly from London to New York, you see people coughing and sneezing so within hours someone who has landed from an infected country to London and is now in New York on the subway systems OR a person can be completely asymptomatic

That's the problem.

Even the best detection systems cannot detect early enough and before we can even detect it, its already here.
  1. We know that a PIG is a reservoir and host for dozens of Zootonic viruses and we have dozens of studies to prove it. In addition, you have Rodents, Bats and non-Human Rodents
  2. We also know that hands need to be washed often and rigorously rubbed with Soap
  3. We also know that Nasal cavity needs to be rinsed/washed with Saline
3 simple steps will go a long way in prevention
  1. Don't eat Pigs, bats, monkeys, rodents etc
  2. Wash your hands with Soap and Water and often
  3. Rinse your Nose with Saline during an infection
Take a wild Guess which religion naturally teaches you some form of all of the above? Take a wild guess as to which religion natively teaches you to cleanse yourself from traces of urine/feces? i.e.

Purity is half of the faith

Then once there is an infection, take another wild guess as to which religion enforces quarantine to the extent that an infected person is to be removed from places of worship and public gatherings and if an infection spread in an area then don't let sick people leave and isolate them in place?

There is no superstitious infection, but do not mix the sick with the healthy

In every basic book of Islam, it categorically states that a sick person is exempt from congregational prayers and if he is deemed to be a danger to others (by a competent physician) then some scholars have deemed it to be an obligation for this person to stay away.Even if you are not infectious but merely annoying (by coughing, sneezing, smelling etc) you are exempt from praying. ​

Some scholars have even stated that it is an obligation for others (in the congregation) to expel someone who is foul smelling (of Garlic etc).



Most certainly something to keep an eye on! Cricket Matches will be superspreaders...
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Great information.

In 2026 science has proved the dangers of eating swine and breeding them . Yet people love this meat ? The smell alone is foul .
 
Nipah virus outbreak in India triggers Asia airport screenings

An outbreak of the deadly Nipah virus in India's West Bengal state has sparked concern in parts of Asia, with some tightening screening measures at airports.

Thailand has started screening passengers at three airports that receive flights from West Bengal. Nepal has also begun screening arrivals at Kathmandu airport and other land border points with India.

Five healthcare workers in West Bengal were infected by the virus early this month, one of whom is in a critical condition. Some 110 people who were in contact with them have been quarantined.

The virus can spread from animals to humans. It has a high death range – ranging from 40% to 75% – as there is no vaccine or medicine to treat it.

What is the Nipah virus and what are its symptoms?

The Nipah virus can be transmitted from animals, like pigs and fruit bats, to humans. It can also spread person-to-person through contaminated food.

The World Health Organization has described Nipah in its top ten priority diseases, along with pathogens like Covid-19 and Zika, because of its potential to trigger an epidemic.

The incubation period ranges from four to 14 days.

People who contract the virus show a wide range of symptoms, or sometimes, none at all.

Initial symptoms may include fever, headaches, muscle pain, vomiting and sore throat. In some people, these may be followed by drowsiness, altered consciousness, and pneumonia.

Encephalitis, a sometimes-fatal condition that causes inflammation of the brain, may occur in severe cases.

To date, no drugs of vaccines have been approved to treat the disease.

Where were the past outbreaks?

The first recognised Nipah outbreak was in 1998 among pig farmers in Malaysia and later spread to neighbouring Singapore. The virus got its name from the village where it was first discovered.

More than 100 people were killed and a million pigs culled in an effort to contain the virus. It also resulted in significant economic losses for farmers and those in the livestock trade.

Bangladesh has borne the brunt in recent years, with more than 100 people dying of Nipah since 2001.

The virus has also been detected in India. Outbreaks were reported in West Bengal in 2001 and 2007.

More recently, the southern state of Kerala has been a Nipah hotspot. In 2018, 19 cases were reported of which 17 were fatal; and in 2023, two out of six confirmed cases later died.

What is happening now?

At least five confirmed cases were reported as of last week, all of whom were linked to a private hospital in Barasat. Two nurses are being treated in an intensive coronary care unit, one of whom remains in "very critical" condition, local media reported citing the state's health department.

No cases have yet been reported outside India, but several countries are stepping up precautions.

On Sunday, Thailand started screening passengers at three international airports in Bangkok and Phuket that receive flights from West Bengal. Passengers from these flights have been asked to make health declarations.

The parks and wildlife department has also implemented stricter screenings in natural tourist attractions.

Jurai Wongswasdi, a spokeswoman for the Department for Disease Control, told BBC Thai authorities are "fairly confident" about guarding against an outbreak in Thailand.

Nepal, too, has begun screening people arriving through the airport in Kathmandu and other land border points with India.

Meanwhile, health authorities in Taiwan have proposed to list the Nipah virus as a "Category 5 disease". Under the island's system, diseases classified as Category 5 are emerging or rare infections with major public health risks, that require immediate reporting and special control measures.

BBC
 
Ball Blazer said:
Is it something like covid 2 incoming?
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It is deadlier than Covid. Far higher mortality rate.

I just hope it will be contained.

Here's from ChatGPT:

🦠 Nipah virus​

  • Fatality rate: ~40–75% (very high)
  • Spread: Hard to spread; usually requires close contact
  • Outbreak size: Small, localized
  • Treatment/vaccine: None approved
  • Why it’s scary: If you get it, the risk of severe illness or death is very high

🦠 COVID-19​

  • Fatality rate: Much lower (well under 1% for most people, varies by age/health)
  • Spread: Extremely contagious (airborne)
  • Outbreak size: Global pandemic
  • Treatment/vaccine: Vaccines and treatments exist
  • Why it’s dangerous: It infects millions at once, overwhelming systems

⚖️ So which is “more dangerous”?​

  • For an individual patient: 👉 Nipah is more dangerous
  • For the world / society: 👉 COVID is more dangerous
 
Ball Blazer said:
Is it something like covid 2 incoming?
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Zootonic Viruses:

A zoonotic virus is a virus that spreads from animals to humans. Because humans are not the natural host, these infections can sometimes be more severe and harder to diagnose, especially early on. Doctors usually test only for pathogens they suspect, so if a virus is rare or unexpected, it may initially go undetected.

Zoonotic diseases make up a large proportion of emerging infectious diseases.​
  • There are over 200 known zoonotic diseases (WHO).​
  • More than 70–75% of new and emerging human infectious diseases are zoonotic, meaning animals act as major reservoirs (WHO / WOAH).​
Examples include:​
  • COVID-19 (zoonotic origin)​
  • Nipah virus (zoonotic, with a high fatality rate)​
Zoonotic spillover is not new and will remain a continuing global risk.​

Certain animals are well known reservoirs for zoonotic viruses, including:
  • Pigs (can host and mix multiple viruses, including influenza)
  • Rodents
  • Bats
  • Non-human primates
There is extensive scientific literature supporting, so what are easy steps to be take?
  1. Don't eat Pigs, bats, monkeys, rodents etc
  2. Cook meat thoroughly from animals which are Halal and Tayyab
    1. Poultry and mixed meats should reach 165°F (74°C) to inactivate viruses and bacteria.
  3. Wash hands properly with soap and water
    1. Soap physically disrupts viral envelopes and removes pathogens.
  4. General hygiene matters
    1. Avoid touching face with unwashed hands.
    2. Clean food preparation surfaces.
  5. Nasal saline rinses (after you are infected)
    1. Saline rinsing can help clear mucus and irritants
Viral Infections will come and go...
 
So icc Wt20 has become a matter of human safety ,a choice between death & life. WHO , UNO the world needs to wake up . If things go haywire even IPL could be in jeopardy
:rashid
 
Kianig89 said:
So icc Wt20 has become a matter of human safety ,a choice between death & life. WHO , UNO the world needs to wake up . If things go haywire even IPL could be in jeopardy
:rashid
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Currently, it seems to be limited to West Bengal, where coincidentally elections will be held soon. So maybe the matches scheduled in Kolkata can be moved to Sri Lanka? @cricketjoshila, how is the situation in West Bengal currently? Are you working from home? :inti
 
Stewie said:
So how did this virus jump from bats to humans? Indians dont eat bats. What else were they trying to do to them? legit question
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Bro be respectful there is a lot of diversity in India and some people may find bats holy and others may find it a delicacy so while you didn't mean to offend anyone I think we should be cautious of going further down this route.

Whatever they done with bats is done now so lets move and find a cure no point worrying about who did what with who, otherwise instead of introspection it will turn into a regionaist debate about Nagaland and occupied Zangnan
 
DeadlyVenom said:
Bro be respectful there is a lot of diversity in India and some people may find bats holy and others may find it a delicacy so while you didn't mean to offend anyone I think we should be cautious of going further down this route.

Whatever they done with bats is done now so lets move and find a cure no point worrying about who did what with who, otherwise instead of introspection it will turn into a regionaist debate about Nagaland and occupied Zangnan
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It may have been transmitted via pigs which is consumed in India and China
 

Nipah Virus Spreads in India While Modi Boasts Political Achievements!​


Be carefull, this is spreading really fast, the indian typically are not covering this, i wonder why, below Mr Hunzi video stated it had a 40% death rate, which is astonishing.

Stay away fromthe indians,

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sweep_shot said:
Did they try to touch bats inappropriately? :qdkcheeky
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All I am saying is that when it was COVID there were all sorts of accusations china did this that, etc why are Indians getting away with it? Are there any secret high tech bio labs in bengal where they were trying to build a virus out of bats — or did something else happen there?

I mean we need to get to the bottom of this and make sure no such screwing around with poor animals happens again at the hand of india (or others)
 
DeadlyVenom said:
Their country their rules bro I just hope they are ok and not suffering too much
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That’s fine until some Indian bloke from Glasgow decides to go on holiday to Bengal returning infected . Viruses don’t see borders or their country rules , you wouldn’t be so defensive if you become infected.
 
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