How to Stay Safe While Traveling in Kerala
To stay safe while traveling in Kerala, you should:
- Avoid contact with bats and other wild animals.
- Avoid eating fruits that have fallen to the ground, as they may have been contaminated by bat saliva or urine.
- Wash your hands frequently with soap and water, especially before eating and after using the toilet.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- If you experience any symptoms of the Nipah virus, such as fever, headache, myalgia, or vomiting, seek medical attention immediately.
What is the Nipah Virus?
The Nipah virus is a zoonotic virus that can cause severe respiratory and neurological illness in humans. The infection can be fatal, with mortality rates varying depending on the outbreak and the quality of medical care available. Mortality rates can range from 40% to 90%.
How is the Nipah Virus Transmitted?
The Nipah virus can be transmitted to humans from bats, or from infected pigs and other animals. It can also be transmitted from person to person through direct contact with the bodily fluids of an infected person.
Symptoms of the Nipah Virus
The symptoms of the Nipah virus typically start within 5 to 14 days of exposure to the virus. The initial symptoms include fever, headache, myalgia (muscle pain), and vomiting. The disease can then progress to encephalitis (inflammation of the brain), which can lead to seizures, coma, and death.
Our Company’s Commitment to Safety
At India Bicycle Trips we are committed to the safety of our customers. We are following all of the safety guidelines issued by the Kerala government and the World Health Organization. We are also taking the following additional steps to protect our customers:
- We are disinfecting all of our vehicles and equipment on a regular basis.
- We are providing our staff with personal protective equipment, such as masks and gloves.
- We are training our staff on how to identify and prevent the spread of the Nipah virus.
- We are pausing all activities around the affected area until the outbreak is over.
We want to assure our customers that Kerala is a safe and beautiful place to visit. We are taking all necessary precautions to protect our customers from the Nipah virus.