Asian Countries Screen Travelers as India Faces Nipah Virus Outbreak

nepalmonitor.com · 3 months ago

Several Asian countries, including Thailand, Nepal, and Taiwan, are introducing airport screenings and health checks for travelers arriving from West Bengal, India, due to the Nipah virus outbreak. The virus, which spreads from animals to humans and between people, has a high fatality rate, and no vaccine or cure exists. Countries are taking steps to prevent its spread, with travelers advised to follow health and safety instructions and monitor their health.