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There has been recent outbreak of Nipah virus in south indian state of Kerala where 3 were dead. Bats are known to be the common host for it and vaccine has not been developed yet. Can you please give some useful details about it?
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We are not aware any vaccine to protect the babies. Approach the baby with utmost hygiene avoid exposure to external atmospher I am not sure if any anti viral drugs prevent the infection.
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