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Nipah virus (NiV) contact tracing

Information sheets for people who have had contact with people or material infected by NiV.

Nipah virus infection is a rare but serious infection caused by Nipah virus (NiV).

These information sheets provide guidance for people who have had various degrees of contact with people or material infected by NiV.

Biological principals

Core principles relating to the biology and transmission of Nipah virus.

Matrix for contact tracing

How to classify and manage people who have been exposed to NiV.

Information sheets: NiV

Advice for people who have come into contact with someone who has NiV.

Case definitions for NiV

When to suspect Nipah virus (NiV) infection.

Updates to this page

Published 2 April 2026