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Henipavirus encephalitis
Link to WHO Definition
Henipavirus encephalitis – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1020283662
Acute bat-borne disease characterised by fever and headaches. The disease may progress to drowsiness, disorientation, mental confusion, and finally encephalitis (brain swelling) in less than a week. This progression may occur with or without an acute respiratory distress component. The incubation period ranges from 4 to 14 days. Lethality is high.