Kerala Confirms Nipah Virus in 14-Year-Old Boy from Malappuram, Sets Up Control Room in Kozhikode

Jul 20, 2024, 12:06 PM

A 14-year-old boy from Malappuram, Kerala, has tested positive for the Nipah virus. The boy was admitted on Friday and is currently under treatment at a private hospital in Kozhikode. The Kerala Health Minister, Veena George, confirmed the infection and convened a high-level meeting to discuss preventive measures. PCR tests were conducted, and the government has set up a control room in Malappuram district to monitor the situation and coordinate response efforts.