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Experiential learnings from the Nipah virus outbreaks in Kerala towards containment of infectious public health emergencies in India

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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

View the entire paper: File:Sahay et al experiental learnings.pdf

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