Nipah virus can remain dormant for up to 45 days: Doctors reveal why this is dangerous

2026-01-29 - 10:00

Nipah virus, a deadly zoonotic disease with a 40-75% fatality rate, is causing concern after cases in West Bengal. Spreading from fruit bats to humans via contaminated food or direct contact, it presents with flu-like symptoms before progressing to severe neurological issues like encephalitis and seizures. Currently, no specific treatment or vaccine exists, making early detection and isolation crucial.