Nipah Virus Detection in Pteropus hypomelanus Bats, Central Java, Indonesia

Authors: Dimas Bagus Wicaksono Putro, Arief Mulyono, Esti Rahardianingtyas, Aryo Ardanto, Arum Sih Joharina, Muhammad Choirul Hidajat, Yusnita Mirna Anggraeni, Ristiyanto, Tika Fiona Sari, N.L.P. Indi Dharmayanti, Triwibowo Ambar Garjito, R. Tedjo Sasmono

Year: 2024

Journal: Research Letters

DOI: 10.3201/eid3104.241872

Summary

The paper reports the detection of Nipah virus in Pteropus hypomelanus bats in Central Java, Indonesia, indicating a potential risk for human transmission.

Key Findings

2 positive bats were detected out of 64 screened
Public health authorities should increase surveillance to prevent human transmission

Methodology

Study Type: Molecular Screening
Sample Size: 64 Pteropus hypomelanus bats
Geographic Focus: Central Java, Indonesia

Topics

Epidemiology, Virology

Relevance

The presence of Nipah virus in bats in Indonesia poses a significant risk for human transmission, highlighting the need for increased surveillance and prevention measures.

Source

View the entire paper: File:24-1872.pdf