On Friday, another case of Nipah virus was officially confirmed in Kozhikode. This case involves a 39-year-old man who was under observation at a private hospital. It is noteworthy that he had sought medical attention at the same private hospital where other individuals with Nipah virus had been treated, as indicated by the Health Department. The initial sample testing took place at Kozhikode Medical College Hospital and was subsequently sent to the NIV mobile laboratory for confirmation.
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00:00 In a concerning development, another case of Nipah virus was confirmed in Coikode, Kerala,
00:06 marking the fifth confirmed case in the state.
00:09 The infected individual is a 39-year-old man who had sought treatment at a private hospital
00:14 that had previously been visited by other Nipah-positive patients, as reported by the
00:19 health department.
00:21 Coikode has demonstrated its expertise in diagnosing Nipah virus infections for the
00:25 second time, despite variations in symptoms among patients.
00:29 The ability of the local doctors to swiftly identify Nipah infections in such challenging
00:34 circumstances is a testament to their competence in handling the virus.
00:40 In response to the Nipah outbreak in Coikode, the Indian Council of Medical Research has
00:43 provided the state with a crucial monoclonal antibody to combat the deadly virus.
00:49 The M102.4 monoclonal antibody was imported during the 2018 Nipah outbreak for compassionate
00:56 use, but was not employed due to the outbreak's resolution.
01:02 The ICMR's National Institute of Virology in Pune has dispatched a Mobile Biosafety
01:07 Level 3 Laboratory to Coikode.
01:10 This mobile lab will expedite sample testing within the district itself, enhancing the
01:16 efficiency of virus detection.
01:18 The situation in Coikode remains a matter of significant concern, and authorities are
01:22 diligently working to contain the spread of the Nipah virus.
01:26 The arrival of the monoclonal antibody and the deployment of mobile testing facilities
01:31 signify crucial steps in combating the outbreak and safeguarding public health in Kerala.
01:38 Amidst the Nipah virus outbreak in Kerala, it is crucial for individuals to adhere to
01:42 preventive measures to minimize the risk of infection.
01:46 These steps include refraining from contact with sick pigs and bats, maintaining regular
01:51 hand hygiene by washing hands thoroughly with soap and water.
01:55 It is also advised to avoid consumption of foods and drinks that could potentially be
02:00 contaminated and steering clear of direct contact with individuals known to be infected
02:07 with the virus.
02:08 It is imperative to exercise extreme caution and avoid any contact with the blood and body
02:13 fluids of an infected person.
02:16 Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has urged the public to remain vigilant and composed
02:21 during this challenging period, emphasizing the importance of these preventive measures
02:26 in curbing the outbreak spread.
02:28 Meanwhile, in view of Nipah cases in Kerala, neighbouring Karnataka has also issued a circular
02:34 and has advised the general public to avoid unnecessary travel to affected areas of Kerala,
02:40 intensify surveillance in the bordering districts of Kerala and at the points of entries to
02:45 Karnataka.
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