The Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan has confirmed that there have been no cases of the Nipah virus recorded in the republic.
To prevent the possibility of the infection being imported into the country, as noted by the Ministry of Health, sanitary and quarantine measures at the border have been strengthened. Staff at checkpoints are monitoring the health of arrivals, controlling transportation, and conducting preventive measures in accordance with established norms.
The ministry emphasized that the country's healthcare system is prepared for a rapid response to potential epidemiological threats. All official communications will be disseminated exclusively through authorized state channels.
NoteThe Nipah virus is a zoonotic infection belonging to the Paramyxoviridae family and can lead to severe respiratory illnesses and encephalitis (inflammation of the brain). The main carriers of the virus are bats.
Human infection can occur:
- through contact with infected animals;
- by consuming contaminated products containing biological secretions from animals;
- through close interaction with an infected person.
According to the WHO, the Nipah virus is considered a high-risk pathogen. There is no medication for it, and in severe cases, inflammation of the brain may develop, potentially leading to coma within just two days. The mortality rate upon infection can reach 40–75%.
Citizens are strongly advised to:
- maintain personal hygiene;
- avoid contact with wild animals;
- not consume raw or undercooked products;
- immediately consult a doctor if symptoms of an infectious disease appear.
