In connection with the observed cases of infection with the NIPAH virus in some countries of the world, in particular, in India and the countries of Southeast Asia, the Committee for Sanitary and Epidemiological Welfare and Public Health issued an appeal to the population. According to the organization, currently no cases of infection with this virus have been registered in Uzbekistan, and the epidemiological situation in the country remains under full stable control. It is noted that in order to prevent the penetration of various infectious diseases across the borders of our country, 54 border checkpoints operate in an enhanced mode of sanitary and quarantine control.
The Committee noted that although the probability of this disease entering our country is extremely low, citizens planning a trip to India are given the following recommendations to protect themselves from the virus:
follow the rules of personal hygiene;
wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water;
use antiseptic products;
wash fruits and vegetables before eating;
do not drink untested water.
It is especially important not to eat fruits that have been bitten or scratched by bats.
If you experience a high fever, severe headache, chills, or other symptoms of the disease, you should immediately consult a doctor.
The Nipah virus is a zoonotic virus, which means that it is transmitted from animals to humans. The Nipah virus is transmitted from bats to animals and to humans. The virus gets its name from the village of Sungai Nipah in Malaysia, where the virus was first discovered in 1998-1999. According to the Cleveland Clinic, 100 people died in Malaysia and Singapore during that outbreak, and one million pigs were killed to prevent the further spread of the disease, which had serious economic consequences for farmers.
This virus usually affects animals such as dogs, horses, pigs, and others. If the Nipah virus spreads to humans, it can cause a serious infection that can lead to death.
Flu-like symptoms (fever, headache, muscle aches, stroke, vomiting, sore throat, dizziness, drowsiness). Neurological disorders that indicate encephalitis.
Nipah virus is a dangerous pathogen that can cause severe respiratory and neurological symptoms, including encephalitis (inflammation of the brain), and has a high mortality rate in severe cases.
