Enter the Next Zoonotic Virus: Nipah

Many of you will remember that at the very beginning of CoVid I wrote articles and newsletters introducing my clients to the concept of zoonotic viruses. (check out the original newsletters from 2020) I said at that time that it was only a matter of time before the next one emerged because of the incredible blending of the environment of animals and the territory of humans. This is that time …

Beginning in May of this year, the WHO released a warning about a new “priority pathogen” called Nipah, meaning that it has the potential to trigger an epidemic because there is no known prevention and no treatment to cure it. Now in Kerala, a southern Indian state, a 14 year old boy has died and 60 individuals have been identified as “high risk” due to contact. This is yet another zoonotic virus, one that originates in fruit bats and animals like pigs and then can spread to humans through contaminated food or directly between people. It causes a range of respiratory symptoms but the most concerning is a fatal form of encephalitis.

The Nipah virus has actually been around for more than 20 years in Singapore, Malaysia and India, but this is the first recent death. It’s time to start paying attention.

What You Can Do

You may be thinking that this doesn’t concern you because you’re not in that part of the world, but just like with any other virus, it’s only a matter of time before it lands on your doorstep through tourism, business and educational travel and simply traveling with other people.

I have said it before and I will say it again. You cannot vaccinate your way to health and you cannot expect to escape every viral illness that emerges. But you can build up your own immunity so that if you are exposed, your symptoms will be minimal and your body will not suffer any lasting effects. But most importantly, you will be alive to be grateful.

So don’t wait for yet another epidemic to emerge. Build up your immune system now, right now, and strengthen your resistance to ALL viruses, not just one at a time.

Your Immunity Plan

You may not realize that your immune system requires attention and my practice has shown me that supporting your immune system isn’t just important, it’s vital.  These types of viruses can be dangerous and chronic, so preparing your immune system will do a lot to face the unknown and the unexpected.  It is important to understand that every person’s immunity is individual, so giving your system an overhaul is like getting ready for any battle, regardless of the adversary.  

So twice each year, follow this plan for four weeks. Spring and fall are best because it sets you up for summer travel and winter illness. The medicinals I have listed here are very specific, so for the actual ones I use, please contact our reception desk to order.

Echinacea Premium - 2 just before breakfast and dinner.
Andrographis Complex - 2 just before breakfast and dinner.
Immuplex - 2 with breakfast and dinner.

Now if you have never done any immuno-supportive work or you already have pre-existing chronic conditions, then you may need something additionally. But I cannot stress to you enough how important your immune system is to truly protect you.

So start now…