Avian Influenza

Avian influenza, also known as "bird flu," is a disease primarily affecting birds caused by influenza viruses. Highly pathogenic avian influenza like H5N1 causes serious illness in birds that can spread rapidly, resulting in high death rates in different bird species and the ability to infect humans.

 

Use this link to see the current situation report for avian influenza and the resources below for more information.

 

Recent Updates

  • February 13th, the World Health Organization (WHO) reported that China confirmed a human avian influenza (H10N5) infection and seasonal influenza.
  • As of February 21st, Cambodia reported its 5th human avian influenza case of the year. The 3rd case being fatal. All cases had been exposed from poultry, and there is no sign of human-to-human spread.
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