Nipah: Relief for Kerala, only one person undergoing treatment

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Health Minister Veena George said that although there are no signs of Nipah transmission in the state to date, people should continue to exercise caution. She also said that only one person on the contact list is currently undergoing treatment at the hospital with minor symptoms.

No one is under treatment in the ICU. 472 people are currently on the contact list. A total of 856 people have been provided with mental health services so far. Minister Veena George participated online in the Nipah review meeting held at Malappuram Collectorate.

It was decided in the meeting to relax the Nipah regulations as per the norms. The district administration will issue an order in this regard. Those in isolation must strictly follow quarantine guidelines. The meeting also directed that people should continue using masks and maintain social distancing. The health department will go ahead with strong preventive measures.