Authors: Rima R. Sahay, Pragya D. Yadav, Chandni Radhakrishnan, Nivedita Gupta, Anita M. Shete, Ganesh Mohan, Nikhilesh Menon, Tarun Bhatnagar, Suma Krishnasastry, Abhijeet V. Kadam, Ullas P. T., Anu Kumar B., Sugunan A. P., Sreekala V. K., Raman R. Gangakhedkar, Devendra T. Mourya
Year: 2020
Journal: Epidemiology and Infection
DOI: 10.1017/S0950268820000825
Summary#
This paper describes the response and control measures taken by the Indian Council of Medical Research and Kerala State Government to contain a Nipah virus outbreak in Ernakulam district, India.
Key Findings#
- Establishment of Point of Care assays and monoclonal antibodies administration facility for early diagnosis, response, and treatment
- Intensified contact tracing activities
- Bio-risk management and hospital infection control training for healthcare workers
Methodology#
- Study Type: Case Study
- Geographic Focus: Kerala, India
- Time Period: 2018-2019
Topics#
Epidemiology, Clinical
Relevance#
The paper presents valuable insights on the control measures taken to contain Nipah virus outbreaks in Kerala, India, which can inform future public health strategies.
Source#
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