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Mpox, Nipah virus, bird flu: Why are zoonotic diseases on the rise?

Mid-Day Premium Mpox, Nipah virus, bird flu: Why are zoonotic diseases on the rise?

In the past few months, various zoonotic diseases like Mpox, Nipah virus and bird flu have affected public health and become a cause for concern. Medical experts decode why viruses are spreading from animals to humans and suggest steps for prevention

16 September,2024 11:24 AM IST | Mumbai | Raaina Jain
Why is the Nipah virus so deadly? Mumbai doctors delve into the deadly virus

Mid-Day Premium Why is the Nipah virus so deadly? Mumbai doctors delve into the deadly virus

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

01 August,2024 12:53 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto
Karnataka govt advises its citizens to avoid travelling to Malappuram

Karnataka govt advises its citizens to avoid travelling to Malappuram

The Commissionerate of Health and Family Welfare, however, said in a statement that as the case reported at Malappuram was one of Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES) (a Nipah symptom)

25 July,2024 07:34 PM IST | Bengaluru | PTI
Kerala health minister says victim's close relatives test negative

Kerala health minister says victim's close relatives test negative

Nineteen persons, including five who are in the high-risk category on the Nipah contact list, were tested and their results will be released today, according to the state Health Department

23 July,2024 04:55 PM IST | Malappuram | mid-day online correspondent

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