As Kerala is acting on possible cases of Nipah virus after it witnessed the first death earlier this week, surrounding states have also shared guidelines. While Mumbai is far away from ground zero, Mumbai doctors say it is important to be cautious especially while buying and eating fruits
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Earlier this week, Kerala reported its first death from Nipah virus - a 14-year-old boy from Malappuram, who was undergoing treatment for it. It is the first death, but the state has already taken it seriously. In the latest development, the state’s health minister Veena George stated that 16 out of the 58 samples that were tested for the virus have come back negative. In a ripple effect, neighbouring states have also issued guidelines. While there are border check posts set up between Kerala and Tamil Nadu to avoid the spread of the virus in the state, Karnataka has also issued an advisory stating that people should avoid travelling to the affected areas unless absolutely necessary. But why is this becoming so serious?
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