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Nipah Virus

June 5 , 2019 1875 days 709 0
  • Kerala has again reported suspected cases of Nipah virus.
  • In the journal Science “Translational Medicine”, scientists have reported that an experimental drug called “Remdesivir” has protected monkeys against infection with Nipah virus.
  • At present there is no cure or approved vaccine for Nipah.
  • The only current treatment for Nipah virus infection is a monoclonal antibody that is still experimental.

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