By Mehak Pal
Published Sep 15, 2023

Hindustan Times
Lifestyle

Nipah Virus: 5 ways to prevent it

The Nipah Virus has led to an outbreak in Kerala, India. Five Nipah virus cases have been detected in Kerala so far

 Here are five ways to prevent Nipah Virus

Follow food safety

Avoid eating fruits that have bruises and holes as they can be bit by fruit bats that are common hosts of the Nipah virus. Make sure to clean fruits with hot water and peel them before eating

Avoid close contact

Avoid close contact with infected individuals, especially with those showing symptoms

Wash your hands with soap

Practicing good personal hygiene by washing your hands frequently with soap and water as it can help reduce the risk of getting infected

Quarantine yourself

Quarantining yourself is one of the effective ways of preventing the infection if someone is infected in your surroundings

 Stay informed

Stay informed about outbreaks in your region and follow public health guidelines