Just weeks into 2026, global anxieties are rising as health authorities across Asia tighten airport screenings due to concerns over Nipah virus, a pathogen classified by the World Health Organization as a priority threat.
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Early 2026 has already raised global concern as several countries tighten airport security and public health controls due to renewed fears of Nipah virus. This virus is known for high fatality rates and the ability to overwhelm health systems quickly.
The question many Filipinos are asking is simple and serious: What happens if this reaches the Philippines?
Nipah virus is a highly dangerous virus that primarily affects the brain and lungs. According to infectious disease expert Edsel Salvana Solante, the virus has a high mortality rate ranging from 40% to 75%.
Key facts about Nipah virus:
It can cause severe brain inflammation (encephalitis)
It can cause serious lung complications
There is no specific treatment or vaccine
Patients receive supportive care only
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