PUTRAJAYA (Jan 27): The Ministry of Health (MOH) is in constant contact with the World Health Organization (WHO) and relevant international counterparts to verify reports circulating on social media regarding Nipah virus infections reported in India. “Any further public health measures will be decided based on confirmed information and careful risk assessment, in line with national policies and established procedures,” the statement read. In the meantime, MOH said public health preparedness at points of entry, including international airports, seaports and land border crossings, remains consistently operational in accordance with established protocols. “MOH emphasises that border health control measures are continuously maintained and will be scaled up proportionately based on the evolving risk assessment and official epidemiological updates,” it added. According to WHO, Nipah virus disease is a zoonotic infection that can be transmitted to humans through contact with infected animals, contaminated food, or directly from person to person.

Source: The Edge Markets January 27, 2026 06:41 UTC