Health Minister Veena George has informed that four people have been diagnosed with Nipah virus in the state. A 9-year-old boy who is being treated at a private hospital in Kozhikode, a 25-year-old maternal uncle, a 40-year-old man who died yesterday, and a 47-year-old man who died first were confirmed to have Nipah. (Four people Nipah virus positive in Kozhikode)
Neighboring districts like Kannur, Wayanad and Malappuram have also been put on alert in the context of the confirmation of Nipah. Availability of monoclonal antibody for treatment of Nipah patients in private hospitals has been assured with ICMR.
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Due to the occurrence of 2 unnatural deaths due to fever in Kozhikode district, the health department had already issued an alert yesterday. The samples were sent to the Punai Institute of Virology to confirm whether it was Nipah and intensified containment efforts. As soon as it was known, operations were started to strengthen the defense in advance. Surveillance operations were also started in the area. Under the leadership of Minister Veena George, a meeting was held last night to evaluate the situation and take measures. Also, Health Minister and Public Works Minister Mohammad Riaz came to Kozhikode and coordinated the activities by holding various meetings.
An emergency meeting was held with MLAs of the district, people’s representatives of the affected areas, district collector, senior officials of the health department and other officials of the district. NIPA Control Room (0495 2383100 , 0495 2383101, 0495 2384100, 0495 2384101, 0495 2386100) has been started. Contact tracing and surveillance operations have been initiated. Minister Veena George visited Kozhikode Medical College and evaluated the arrangements. In the background of confirmation of Nipah, activities have been intensified. PPE kit for patient care, n. 95 Ensure availability of masks, other protective equipment and medicines. Adequate staffing has also been ensured.
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2023-09-13 01:42:11
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