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Why Nipah virus outbreaks are occurring only in Kerala

Kerala's superior healthcare system & high index of suspicion help detect Nipah virus cases early. NIV Pune survey finds Nipah virus antibodies in fruit bats in 9 States, including. Kerala. Nipah virus may be endemic in bats in Kerala or cases may be going undetected in other States. Kerala's healthcare…

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Fiscal crisis due to government’s failure to collect tax, says Satheesan

The Congress and the UDF for detailed probe into the solar case conspiracy in the wake of the CBI report though not by the Kerala police; Opposition to support State’s efforts in curbing the spread of Nipah

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Centre aims to open 10,000 new Janaushadhi Kendras across India by end of 2023

Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu lead in Janaushadhi Kendras; Health Ministry aims to open 10000 new outlets by year-end. PMBJP aims to make quality medicines available at affordable prices.

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84 artists conferred with the Sangeet Natak Akademi Amrit Awards

VP Dhankhar presents Amrit Awards to 84 artistes for preserving Indian culture, honouring those who have not been accorded national recognition in 75 yrs. Awardees from diverse fields of performing arts incl. theatre, music, playwriting, folk music & dance. Awardees from 15 states incl. J&K, Goa, Jharkhand, Ladakh, Andhra Pradesh,…

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‘Kerala will soon have a Centre for Disease Control to tackle infectious disease outbreaks’

As the health apparatus in Kerala is intensifying its efforts to contain a fourth episode of the Nipah infection in the State, Health Minister Veena George vouches for the effectiveness of the system to detect and treat such infectious diseases here. In an interview to A.S. Jayanth, she says a…

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Literacy Mission exams in Kerala’s Ernakulam district throw up many inspiring tales

Literacy Mission exams in Kerala’s Ernakulam district throw up many inspiring tales. Examinations for the 16th batch of the tenth equivalent course are being held across 16 centres in Ernakulam district in Kerala.

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Udbodh Dementia Day Care Centre in Kerala, a centre for stimulating cognitive abilities of those with dementia

Kochi's Udbodh Dementia Day Care Centre offers free services to dementia patients, providing therapies, reminiscence activities, and transportation. The centre in Kerala has become a model for the well-being of dementia sufferers, with three experienced caregivers helping them reconnect with language and lead a dignified life. A pilot study showed…

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Kerala govt working to identify area, source of first Nipah virus case

KOZHIKODE: After identifying the man who was the patient zero or index case of the Nipah virus outbreak in Kerala, the state government on Saturday began looking for the source and place from where he got infected by seeking details of his mobile tower locations.

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No new Nipah cases in Kerala, says Health Minister Veena George

No fresh Nipah cases in Kerala, says Health Minister Veena George. 6 infected, 2 dead. 21 under medical isolation. 9-year-old son of index patient stable on ventilator. More ambulances deployed to help suspected Nipah patients.

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MP questions move to make Nipah test mandatory for students from Kerala in IGNTU

IGNTU, a Central University functioning from Amarkantak in Madhya Pradesh, had started open counselling

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Nipah puts Kerala under siege again

While authorities are scrambling to stop the Nipah spread, questions are being asked about the frequent recurrence of the virus in Kerala.

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Another Nipah outbreak in India: What do we know about this virus and how to stop it?

Nipah virus, known to spread from bats to human, has broken out in the state of Kerala. Here's what we know about the current cases and the ongoing efforts to quash this potentially fatal disease.

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Centre decides to procure 20 more doses of monoclonal antibody from Australia as one more tests positive for Nipah virus in Kerala

KOZHIKODE/NEW DELHI: A fresh case of Nipah virus was confirmed in Kerals's Kozhikode, where two people were killed by the brain-damaging virus recently, the state government said on Friday.

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Kerala Assembly unanimously passes latest amendments to Kerala Co-operative Societies (Amendment) Bill

State Assembly unanimously passes latest amendments to Kerala Co-operative Societies (Amendment) Bill

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Cabinet reshuffle possibility in Kerala kindles ambitions in LDF alliance partners

LDF convener E.P. Jayarajan confirms possibility of Cabinet reshuffle; allies with single MLAs to get berths on two-and-a-half-year term-sharing basis. Reports of Speaker A.N. Shamsheer and Health Minister Veena George swapping portfolios dismissed. Several LDF allies express desire for ministerial berths. NCP leader Thomas K. Thomas accuses P.C. Chacko of…

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Alencier in the eye of a storm over misogynistic comments at Kerala State Film Award ceremony

The Malayalam movie actor says he is tempted by the statuette, modelled on a woman, and want it to be replaced with a statuette that reflected masculine strength.

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India to procure 20 more doses of monoclonal antibody from Australia for Nipah treatment: ICMR chief

ICMR procuring 20 more doses of monoclonal antibody to treat Nipah virus in India; globally, 14 patients have survived after being administered the medicine. Mortality rate of Nipah virus is 40-70%, compared to 2-3% of COVID-19. Kerala govt, doctors & families to decide if antibody should be used. #ICMR #NipahVirus…

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Champions Boat League to get under way at Marine Drive in Kochi on September 16

Champions Boat League, the boat race organised by Kerala Tourism, starts at Marine Drive. 9 chundan vallams & 16 iruttukuthy vallams will compete for ₹5.95 crore prize. Cultural events, flash mobs, Navy band & exercise will mark the event.

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India ups Nipah surveillance, reaches out to Australia for monoclonal antibody doses

India to procure 20 more doses of monoclonal antibody for Nipah virus treatment. ICMR DG Rajeev Bahl says mortality rate is high (40-70%) compared to Covid (2-3%). All efforts are on to contain spread in Kerala. Monoclonal antibody has been given to 14 patients outside India and all survived.

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9 year old among Nipah infected people in Kerala; precautions kids must follow

The total number of Nipah cases in Kerala rose to six on Friday. More than 700 people of those related to the infected ones were tested earlier this week. As per reports, two people have died due to the infection, which has been identified in the state for the fourth…

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Nipah Scare: Virus cases in Kerala rise to 6; Karnataka issues advisory for bordering districts

he government of the neighbouring State of Karnataka has issued a circular and has advised the general public to avoid unnecessary travel to affected areas of Kerala. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Top Kerala News developments today September 15, 2023

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Nipah outbreak | Number of cases rises to six in Kozhikode

Four people under treatment for Nipah virus in Kerala; 6 infected including 2 deceased; Health Minister Veena George to attend all-party meeting; Central team to visit affected areas; more results expected.

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State following Centre’s guidelines to prevent Nipah from spreading to T.N.: Health Minister

Tamil Nadu Health Dept. follows guidelines issued by the Union Government to prevent Nipah spreading to the State. Public Health and Preventive Medicine Department staff are screening people who come from Kerala to Tamil Nadu via six districts that have intestate border.

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CAG notes shortcomings in solid waste management in urban local bodies

CAG finds glaring weaknesses in waste mgmt in urban areas of Kerala; urges Govt to establish effective mech for monitoring & compliance with rules.

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