Kozhikode, September 13: One more case of Nipah has been confirmed in Kozhikode district.

A 24-year old health worker at a private hospital has been confirmed with Nipah virus infection after his samples turned positive, a statement from Kerala Health Minister Veena George here said. Nipah Virus in Kerala: Two Died of Virus in Kozhikode, Two Undergoing Treatment After Testing Positive, Says State Health Minister Veena George.

With this, the total number of cases have gone up to five.

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