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The Big Story: The Nipah virus is back - Will this be the next outbreak?
The Nipah virus, which has once again made the news following an outbreak in India’s West Bengal. While the number of confirmed cases is still small, the outbreak has prompted countries in the region, including Singapore, to strengthen precautions. Singapore has introduced enhanced measures at Changi Airport and stepped up hospital surveillance to catch any potential cases early.But how does this outbreak compare to previous Nipah incidents, such as the 1999 outbreak in Singapore and Malaysia? What lessons can we draw from history, and what practical steps can we take to protect…
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