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A deadly tropical virus with up to 75% fatality rates finally has a vaccine candidate heading to human trials. Tokyo researchers modified the measles vaccine to protect against Nipah virus, which has killed dozens in recent outbreaks.
Scientists in Japan are launching the first human trial of a Nipah vaccine in April, targeting a virus that kills up to 75% of those infected. With no current treatment available, this breakthrough could save thousands of lives in regions where outbreaks occur.
A drug already approved for COVID-19 treatment just showed strong results against Nipah virus in early studies, potentially offering a faster path to fighting an infection that kills up to 75% of patients. The breakthrough could speed up treatment options since the drug is already approved for human use.
Thailand's major hospitals are fully equipped to handle Nipah virus cases as a precaution, even though the country has reported zero infections. Proactive screening at airports and swift response to public concerns show health systems working exactly as they should.
India successfully contained a Nipah virus outbreak through rapid response and contact tracing, preventing wider spread of the deadly pathogen. The quick action prompted neighboring countries to strengthen health screenings as a precaution.
Indian health officials successfully contained a Nipah virus outbreak after swift action led to zero new infections among nearly 200 contacts. The rapid response prevented a potentially deadly spread of the virus that can kill up to 75% of those infected.
Indian health authorities successfully contained a Nipah virus outbreak after detecting just two cases since December, with all 196 contacts testing negative. Asian countries strengthened airport screenings as a precaution, but no cases have been reported outside India.
When two nurses arrived with failing brains and lungs, a doctor suspected the deadly Nipah virus and mobilized a response that prevented an outbreak. Swift testing, isolation, and contact tracing kept 196 people safe and saved two lives.
Thailand's proactive airport screening has checked over 1,700 travelers from Nipah-affected areas with zero positive cases detected. Health officials reassure the public that unlike COVID-19, the virus isn't easily spread and can't transmit during its incubation period.
Thailand is dusting off its successful pandemic response system to protect against Nipah virus, even though no cases have been detected in the country. The proactive move shows how hard-won lessons from Covid-19 are helping nations respond faster to emerging health threats.