Kerala’s zoonotic potential in the background of Nipah
Kerala, India, is experiencing recurring outbreaks of the Nipah virus, with recent cases linked to independent spillovers from local bat populations. Research indicates that the virus has become endemic in the region due to the proximity of bat roosts to human settlements.
Why it matters
Understanding zoonotic disease patterns is essential for public health preparedness and preventing future pandemics in densely populated areas.
Kerala ’s first encounter with Nipah virus (NiV) was in 2018, which identified 23 cases (including 18 lab-confirmed ones). The case fatality rate was 91% and there were two survivors. Since then, Kerala has recorded numerous spillovers of NiV.
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