JE is killing more adults in Nepal as vaccination only covers children

Immunisation experts urge authorities to vaccinate everyone above 30, citing a shift in the age group at risk and a high risk of fatality among unvaccinated people.

Nepal is witnessing a steep surge in cases of Japanese encephalitis infections, a viral disease that causes inflammation of the brain. The disease is not only making people sick but also taking a heavy toll, which immunisation experts say is alarmingly high.