Categories: Top Stories

What is Chandipura virus? Doctor explains how it spreads

Gujarat is grappling with a new outbreak of the Chandipura virus, which has been linked to several suspected child fatalities. This virus is known to trigger acute encephalitis, which can escalate quickly. Initially, it presents with symptoms similar to common fevers, but any neurological signs necessitate immediate medical attention. It’s spread by infected sandflies and mosquitoes, so preventing bites and maintaining hygiene is essential for safety.

The News Vista

Share
Published by
The News Vista

Recent Posts

Who is Nila Vikhe Patil, Maharashtra-origin leader elected to Sweden Parliament?

Nila Vikhe Patil, from a prominent Indian political family, has been elected to Sweden's Parliament.…

54 minutes ago

At 12, she was eve-teased: Suchika is now India’s first Asian Games MMA medallist

Eve-teased at 12, Suchika Tariyal took up judo for self-defence, beginning a journey through judo,…

56 minutes ago

India open Asian Games shooting campaign with silver in women’s 10m air rifle

The Indian shooting team kicked off their Asian Games journey by clinching a silver medal,…

2 hours ago

Red Pawns, Red Soldiers: How the Bolsheviks built a chess superpower

In his latest Grandmaster View column, India’s young GM Aarav Dengla looks back at how…

2 hours ago

Asian Games: India win first medal, bag silver in women’s 10m air rifle team event – The Federal

Asian Games: India win first medal, bag silver in women’s 10m air rifle team event  The…

2 hours ago