Pakistan has tightened preparedness measures against the Nipah virus, though health officials say the risk of an outbreak remains low. The meeting was held at the Ministry of National Health Services on the directions of Health Minister Mustafa Kamal to review national readiness. Officials confirmed that designated isolation facilities are available at major federal hospitals and trained staff are ready to handle suspected cases. Border Health Services officials said enhanced screening of incoming passengers is underway, including thermal checks and travel history assessments, especially for travelers from high risk regions. ALSO READ Sindh Issues Health Advisory for Nipah VirusHealth experts reiterated that Nipah is a highly fatal disease, with a past fatality rate ranging from 40 to 75 percent.