January 29, 2026

Nipah Virus: What Filipinos Need To Know As DOH Steps Up Monitoring

by DitoSaPilipinas.com

The Department of Health (DOH) assured the public on Wednesday, January 28, that it is ready to respond to potential cases of the Nipah virus (NiV), following confirmed infections in West Bengal, India. The Bureau of Quarantine (BOQ) is actively monitoring airports and seaports to prevent the virus from entering the country. Read more »