# Airport screenings resume at Asian airports following Nipah virus cases in India

- Link: https://www.thailand-business-news.com/health/284114-airport-screenings-resume-at-asian-airports-following-nipah-virus-cases-in-india
- Published: 2026-02-07T11:05:14+07:00
- Author: Thai Video News

**Thermal screenings have been reinstated at airports in Indonesia and Asia following
Nipah virus cases in India’s West Bengal, prompting quarantine measures. The WHO
warns the virus’s high fatality rate (40-75%) with no current cure or vaccine. Experts
note that border screenings may be ineffective due to the virus’s incubation period
of up to 45 days.

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### Increased Airport Screenings and Concerns

Passengers arriving in Bali and other Asian countries are experiencing thermal screenings
at airports again, a precautionary measure to detect the **Nipah **virus. This virus,
carried by fruit bats and other animals, has recently prompted health alerts, especially
after cases were confirmed in eastern India. Awareness of such zoonotic diseases
has heightened post-pandemic, emphasizing the need for vigilance. The recent detection
of two cases in West Bengal has led to quarantine measures, affecting nearly 200
people to prevent further transmission.

### Dangers of the Neper Virus

**The Nipah virus is highly dangerous with a high mortality rate, estimated between
40% to 75%, according to the World Health Organization**. It has no current cure,
vaccine, or specific treatment, making management challenging. The virus was first
identified in Malaysia in 1998, with sporadic outbreaks mostly contained in Bangladesh.
Its ability to spread between humans, combined with a long incubation period that
can reach up to 45 days, complicates efforts to control outbreaks.

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### Ongoing Public Health Challenges

**While the Nipah virus has not shown signs of becoming more transmissible or spreading
widely, it remains a significant health threat**. Experts warn that traditional 
airport screenings may not be entirely effective due to the lengthy incubation period,
underscoring the importance of ongoing vigilance and research. Public health organizations
continue to monitor the situation closely, emphasizing preventive measures and the
importance of awareness to curb potential outbreaks.

[source](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=235IfwKSdSc)