Nipah virus: Fruit bats of the Pteropodidae family are

Fruit bats of the Pteropodidae family are the natural host of Nipah virus . There is no treatment or vaccine available for either people or animals. The primary treatment for humans is supportive care. Humans can contract this virus through direct contact with infected animals, like bats, and pigs or it can spread through contaminated food. It can also spread from person to person. It shows symptoms like common fever and problems related to respiration. Learn about Nipah virus , how it spreads, where it is found, and how to protect yourself.