Meningitis has returned to the spotlight in 2026, with several lab-confirmed outbreaks raising concern among health officials and researchers. While the disease itself is not new, recent developments highlight how quickly it can spread—and how critical early detection and vaccination remain.

Introduction Nipah virus (NiV) is a rare but serious viral infection that can cause severe illness in humans and animals. First identified in 1998–1999 during an outbreak among pig farmers in Malaysia, Nipah virus has since been recognized as a priority pathogen due to its high fatality rate and potential to cause outbreaks. While cases