EDCD Outbreak Alert: Surge in Japanese Encephalitis Cases Across Lumbini & Terai Districts

Summary

Acute encephalitis syndrome (AES) triage protocol issued for Kapilvastu, Rupandehi, and Banke districts. Includes rapid IgM ELISA algorithm, lumbar puncture timing directives, and intensive care management parameters.

Source & reference

• Issuing organization: EDCD Epidemiological Unit
• Published: 06 Nov 2026
• Notice type: Outbreak Alert
• Document: Diagnostic Algorithm (available from the issuing organization)

Curated by the PHU Scientific Desk from the official circular. The full official document is available from the issuing organization.