Nipah Virus Not Much of a Risk — Unless Humans Interfere, John Campbell Says

Several Asian countries are implementing COVID-19-style health checks after two cases of a rare, deadly virus were confirmed in India, according to ABC News.

The Nipah virus carries a high fatality rate, estimated by the World Health Organization (WHO) at 40%-75%. However, medical commentator John Campbell, Ph.D., said it poses little danger globally.

“Yes, it is a risk. And no, I don’t think it is much of a risk at the moment,” he said…