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West Bengal confirmed two Nipah virus cases in healthcare workers from Malda district who treated the index patient, triggering immediate isolation and comprehensive contact tracing to prevent further spread. Nipah is highly fatal with mortality rates of 40-75%, transmitted via fruit bats or human fluids, and has no vaccine or specific treatment beyond supportive care. Authorities are monitoring contacts and issuing precautions based on successful past containment in Kerala.