'Nipah', according to the specialist, is transmitted only through close contact with an infected person or animal. 'However, if an infected person is identified, they will be immediately isolated, so it is unlikely that this infection will spread as quickly as COVID-19,' the doctor added. It is worth noting that Indian authorities are trying to contain an outbreak of the dangerous Nipah virus, which causes coma, as reported by The Independent. Over the past week, five cases of the virus have been confirmed in the country. The spread of the epidemic resembles the 'COVID' times. Nipah causes fever and encephalopathy - damage and death of brain cells. The fatality rate of the disease ranges from 40 to 75%. The illness begins with a high temperature, headache, and muscle pain. Experts note that the virus could reach those countries in Europe that have regular connections with India.