First human vaccine trials for deadly Nipah virus

Category : Science and Tech Published on: January 18 2024

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Oxford scientists launch first human vaccine trials for deadly Nipah virus
The trials of the ChAdOx1 NipahB vaccine, consisting of 51 people aged 18 to 55, will be led by the Oxford Vaccine Group
Nipah virus, transmitted by fruit bats, can also spread through contact with infected animals (including pigs) and person-to-person contact.
Recognized as a priority disease by the World Health Organization (WHO).
Originating in domestic pigs in Malaysia and Singapore in 1998 and 1999, Nipah virus disease is an infectious illness.
The term "Nipan" is derived from the name of the Malay village where the first cases occurred.