Nipah Virus Scare Grips Purulia: Health Department Prepares for Outbreak

• Nipah virus fear spreads across Purulia district, prompting panic among the general public.
• Purulia District Health Department and Deben Mahato Government Medical College and Hospital take precautionary measures.
• Saliva testing arrangements planned for individuals showing Nipah symptoms or fever.
• Two dedicated rooms and units to be set up at Deben Mahato Government Medical College and Hospital for Nipah cases.
• Officials advise against consuming date palm sap and emphasize personal hygiene to prevent bat-borne transmission.

Why It Matters: Purulia health authorities are proactively preparing for a potential Nipah virus outbreak with testing and dedicated facilities.