Nipah Virus infections: West Bengal cases prompt airport screening across Asia
dharasuta
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Nipah virus cases in West Bengal have prompted heightened surveillance across Asia, with airports and border crossings implementing health screenings. While not highly transmissible like COVID-19, Nipah has a high fatality rate and spreads through close contact, contaminated food, or bodily fluids. Several cases were linked to hospital transmission, raising concerns for healthcare settings.
