Ranchi, Jan. 13 -- Following the deaths of two individuals due to the Nipah virus in West Bengal, the Jharkhand government has heightened surveillance and preparedness measures to prevent any potential outbreak in the state.
Jharkhand Health Minister Irfan Ansari has instructed civil surgeons in all districts to remain on high alert and enforce strict monitoring protocols. He has also directed Ajay Kumar, Extra Additional Secretary of the Health Department, to strengthen the state's monitoring and preparedness mechanisms.
"The Nipah virus is a highly dangerous zoonotic disease that can spread from animals to humans, primarily through fruit bats," Dr. Ansari explained. "Infection can also occur via contact with infected animals, especially...