Nipah Virus Outbreaks in India: A Comprehensive Update

Authors: Shreya Veggalam, Jayashankar CA, Ojas Balaji, Mansi Thipani Madhu, Mir Hyder Hussain, Shraddha H, Manish GR, Koshy Sam, Snigdha Reddy, Gulam Saidunnisa Begum

Year: 2025

Journal: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.92420

Summary

This paper reviews the pathophysiology, immune evasion strategies, transmission dynamics, taxonomical position, and structural features of the Nipah virus with a focus on its epidemiology in India.

Key Findings

The Nipah virus poses a serious threat to public health due to its high pathogenicity and zoonotic transmission potential.
Transmission is strongly associated with fruit bats, and habitat decline increases the likelihood of zoonotic spillovers.
There are no viable treatments or vaccines for NiV, but promising candidate vaccines are being researched.
The paper examines the epidemiology of the virus in India to improve understanding of complex viral risks and public health campaign effects.

Methodology

Study Type: Review
Geographic Focus: India

Topics

Epidemiology, Public Health, Infectious Disease

Relevance

The paper improves understanding of complex viral risks and the effects of public health campaigns for Nipah research.

Source

View the entire paper: File:Cureus-0017-00000092420.pdf