National Guideline for Prevention, Control and Management of Nipah Virus Infection

Nipah virus (NiV) infection remains a major public health concern in Bangladesh and globally. Over the past two decades, repeated outbreaks with high case fatality rates and documented human-to-human transmission have highlighted the urgent need for early detection, coordinated response, and effective case management. Nipah virus remains a priority zoonotic disease under the One Health framework, requiring close collaboration among human, animal, and environmental health sectors. This third edition of the guidelines on the management of Nipah virus infection incorporates updated scientific evidence, clinical experience, and lessons learned from recent outbreaks. It provides revised recommendations for diagnosis, infection prevention and control (IPC), and case management, with an emphasis on the safety of healthcare workers and caregivers. The guidelines also highlight the importance of supportive care, rapid reporting, and multidisciplinary coordination to reduce morbidity and mortality associated with NiV infection.