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This outbreak of the viral infection has resulted in two deaths in the state so far – one in August and another this month.

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· Sep 18, 2023 · 12:14 pm
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· Sep 16, 2023 · 08:03 am
Kerala: Nipah cases rise to six, over 900 under observation

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No patient with rare disease has benefitted from Centre’s policy that assures financial help: BJP MP

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