New Chandipura Virus Outbreak in Gujarat: What You Need to Know!

What is the Chandipura virus and how can you prevent it?

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Gujarat has reported a new outbreak of the Chandipura virus, which has led to six fatalities among children and twelve total cases.

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The Chandipura virus (CHPV) belongs to the Vesiculovirus genus within the Rhabdoviridae family.

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Symptoms include high fever, severe headache, vomiting, diarrhea, convulsions, unconsciousness, acute encephalitis.

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Transmitted by sandflies, mosquitoes, and ticks, poses significant health risks, particularly to children in rural areas.

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Health authorities are urging the public to stay informed and take necessary precautions.

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