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Experts warn but calm fears over India’s Nipah outbreak

India’s current Nipah virus outbreak, while “concerning and serious,” is neither unprecedented nor unexpected and does not constitute a global emergency, according to experts from the Global Virus Network (GVN).

03 Feb 2026-12:17
Nipah alert: Myanmar steps up airport surveillance

Myanmar has strengthened health screening and surveillance measures at Yangon International Airport to prevent the possible entry of the Nipah virus.

02 Feb 2026-11:20
WHO confirms two Nipah virus cases in eastern India

The World Health Organization (WHO) said on Friday that two laboratory-confirmed cases of Nipah virus (NiV) infection have been reported in India.

31 Jan 2026-10:24
WHO: Nipah virus risk remains low in India

The World Health Organization said on Friday that the risk of the Nipah virus spreading in India remains low, with no evidence of wider transmission so far.

30 Jan 2026-15:59
Philippines steps up vigilance over Nipah virus reports

The Philippines’ Department of Health (DOH) on Wednesday urged Filipinos to remain vigilant following reports of the spread of the Nipah virus overseas, while assuring the public that the country is prepared to prevent its entry and transmission.

28 Jan 2026-14:20
Myanmar raises Nipah virus alert, issues travel advice

Myanmar Ministry of Health said on Tuesday it has strengthened surveillance measures for the Nipah virus and issued new health guidance for travelers, despite no confirmed cases being reported in the country so far.

27 Jan 2026-16:57
Sri Lanka on alert after Nipah virus cases in India

Sri Lanka has intensified monitoring and preparedness measures following reports of a cluster of Nipah virus infections in India’s eastern state of West Bengal, as health authorities across parts of Asia increase vigilance over the developing situation.

27 Jan 2026-13:35
WHO warns of new outbreak

26 Jan 2026-10:08
Phuket airport tightens checks after Nipah outbreak in India

Phuket International Airport has intensified health surveillance for passengers arriving from India following reports of a Nipah virus outbreak there, as concerns also grow among residents and workers in Pattaya, a major tourist hub popular with Indian visitors.

24 Jan 2026-18:57
India rushes to contain Nipah outbreak after new cases

Indian authorities have launched emergency containment measures in West Bengal after five Nipah virus infections were confirmed, prompting nearly 100 people to quarantine at home.

23 Jan 2026-14:18

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