Nipah virus among military personnel involved in pig culling during an outbreak of encephalitis in Malaysia, 1998-1999.
2001
Nipah Virus in Military Personnel During Malaysian Outbreak
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Author Information
Author(s): Ali R., Mounts A. W., Parashar U. D., Sahani M., Lye M. S., Isa M. M., Balathevan K., Arif M. T., Ksiazek T. G.
Primary Institution: Centers for Disease Control
Conclusion
The study discusses the occurrence of Nipah virus among military personnel involved in pig culling during an encephalitis outbreak in Malaysia.
Takeaway
Some soldiers got sick from a virus while helping with sick pigs in Malaysia.
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