Delhi has reported an "isolated" case of Japanese Encephalitis, a zoonotic viral disease. The patient, who had diabetes, coronary artery disease, weakness in both legs, and bowel and bladder incontinence, tested positive for Japanese Encephalitis on November 6 after a blood sample was taken. According to data from the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme, 1,548 cases of Japanese Encephalitis were reported …
Nipah virus is a zoonotic pathogen that can be transmitted from animals to humans. Here's all you need to know about this zoonotic infection: Causes of Nipah Virus The primary carriers of the Nipah virus are fruit bats of the Pteropodidae family, particularly those belonging to the Pteropus genus. Common symptoms include: Fever Headache Drowsiness Respiratory symptoms such as cough, …
