How are bird flu viruses different from human flu viruses?
Avian Flu Frequently Asked QuestionsThere are many different subtypes of type A influenza viruses. These subtypes differ because of certain proteins on the surface of the influenza A virus (hemagglutinin [HA] and neuraminidase [NA] proteins). There are 16 different HA subtypes and 9 different NA subtypes of flu A viruses. Many different combinations of HA and NA proteins are possible. Each combination is a different subtype. All known subtypes of flu A viruses can be found in birds.
Related QuestionsAvian Flu Awareness: Case Western Reserve UniversityThere are many subtypes of type A influenza – some are found primarily in birds and are not thought to infect humans. Other subtypes are found primarily in humans. The influenza A viruses are constantly changing, and they may adapt over time to infect and spread among humans.Related Questions
Winnebago County Health Department - FAQ'sThere are many different subtypes of type A flu viruses. These subtypes differ because of certain proteins on the surface of the flu A virus (hemagglutinin [HA] and neuraminidase [NA] proteins). There are 16 different HA subtypes and 9 different NA subtypes of flu A viruses. Many different combinations of HA and NA proteins are possible. Each combination is a different subtype. All subtypes of flu A viruses can be found in birds.Related Questions
If a human catches bird flu, what are their chances of survival?
APFluWatch Answers Pandemic Flu and Avian Flu QuestionsWHO (World Health Organization) keeps track of bird flu cases worldwide. To date, 228 have contracted the disease, from which 130 have died. Mortality rate is over 50%.
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Bird Flu -- Frequently Asked Questions - ADHSYes, avian influenza viruses are found in wild bird populations in North America and occasionally infect domestic poultry. For example, in 2004 outbreaks of avian influenza in U.S. poultry occurred in the New England states and Texas, and were traced to birds from live bird markets. These outbreaks were not caused by the same "bird flu" virus (H5N1) that is currently circulating in Asia. The U.S. outbreaks were quickly contained and there was no impact on human health.
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City of Austin - Pandemic Influenza PlanningWhile domestic cats are not usually susceptible to the bird flu virus, it is known that they can become infected and die (both experimentally and naturally) with bird flu viruses and in a laboratory/research setting can spread the virus to other cats. It is not known whether domestic cats can spread the virus to other domestic cats under natural conditions.
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Winnebago County Health Department - FAQ'sBird flu viruses do not usually infect humans, but several cases of human infection with bird flu viruses have occurred since 1997.
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City of Austin - Pandemic Influenza PlanningIn addition to humans and birds, we know that pigs, tigers, leopards, ferrets, and domestic cats can be infected with the virus. The bird flu virus (H5N1) is evolving, and it's possible that other mammals may be susceptible to infection as well. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention continually monitors this situation and will provide additional information to the public as it becomes available.
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City of Austin - Pandemic Influenza PlanningDuring the avian influenza A (H5N1) outbreak that occurred from 2003 to 2004 in Asia, there were only several unofficial reports of fatal infections in domestic cats. Studies carried out in the Netherlands and published in 2004 showed that housecats could be infected with bird flu and could spread the virus to other housecats by eating an infected bird.
Related QuestionsWhat is "Bird Flu"?
IA DNR: Avian Flu FAQBird Flu" or Avian Influenza is a highly contagious viral disease that can classified as either low pathogenic (low mortality) or high pathogenic (up to 100% mortality). Low Pathogenic Avian Influenza like the common flu in humans is a common annual event in birds. High Pathogenic Avian Influenza like the H5N1 virus circulating in Asia, Europe, and Africa is less common.
Related QuestionsAvian Flu Awareness: Case Western Reserve UniversityAvian influenza, or bird flu, is a virus that is highly contagious among wild birds and often fatal to domesticated birds and poultry. There are several strains of bird flu that affect birds, but the one causing the most concern is the H5N1 subtype, which is highly lethal to domesticated birds. The H5N1 strain was first detected in humans in 1997 and has killed 67 people in Southeast Asia since 2003.Related Questions
City of Austin - Pandemic Influenza PlanningAvian influenza occurs naturally among birds. The viruses usually don't infect humans. However, in 1997, a deadly strain of bird flu known as H5N1 appeared among humans in Hong Kong. Eighteen people were hospitalized and six people died. All of them had had close contact with poultry. H5N1 resurfaced in Hong Kong in 2003, killing one person. Since then cases of human infection with the bird flu virus have been reported in a number of countries in Asia, Eastern Europe, and Africa.Related Questions
Avian Bird Flu Pandemic - Frequently Asked QuestionsBird ? or avian ? flu is caused by a virus that usually infects birds (particularly poultry) but occasionally crosses the species barrier and infects humans ? recently predominantly in the Far East, although it also happens elsewhere. Until recently, avian flu was thought to affect people rarely and usually cause only mild disease such as conjunctivitis. Since 1997, however, one strain of bird flu ? H5N1 ? has been associated with a very high death rate when people have been affected.Related Questions
Are the flu viruses of human and birds the same?
Frequently Asked Questions - ADB.orgIn most cases, the influenza viruses that infect birds do not infect humans and vice versa. However, mutations or reassortment of the bird flu virus into new and more aggressive strains occur regularly and have already caused several severe avian flu outbreaks in the past, some of them causing human fatalities.
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web_block_rightpresent there is no indication for spread of bird flu from one human being to the other However, this can happen in future. The influenza virus type A and its various subtypes can in the presence of another influenza virus merge with it through mixing and reassortment. This can lead to appearance of a new virus with characteristics that are different from the parent viruses. Since the population has no immunity to the new virus subtype it can appear as a serious life threatening disease.
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web_block_rightBird flu in human beings resembles an acute respiratory infection which can be caused by flu (influenza). Bird flu in human beings is recognized when the patient has fever 38 C, cough, sore throat, sore eyes, muscle aches, pneumonia, acute respiratory distress (breathing difficulty), or renal problems. In addition there should be contact with a patient of bird flu.
Related QuestionsHow can the diagnosis of bird flu in human beings confirmed?
web_block_rightThe diagnosis of bird flu can be confirmed in only a few laboratories in the world that are well equipped to do it. This is done by the finding of the virus from the patient's samples or by blood tests that can be done in selected laboratories. The information about these laboratories is provided by the national government and support is provided by WHO to the government to make arrangements in selected laboratories to confirm the diagnosis of bird flu in human beings.
Related QuestionsIs bird flu the same as human flu?
Bird flu update - Sainsbury's - Try something new todayBird flu is caused by viruses that specifically infect birds; they are different to types that infect humans. It is worth noting that there is no evidence, in any of the affected countries to date, that this type of influenza is causing human-to-human transmission.
Related QuestionsWhat is the difference between bird flu and human flu?
Bird Flu FAQThere are many different types of flu viruses. Some of these viruses infect humans, while others infect birds, pigs and other animals. These different types of flu viruses vary in their ability to infect animals and humans. Additionally, they vary in their ability to cause serious illness and death. Bird flu" is a non-scientific term that refers to a specific virus (H5N1) that has been present in domestic birds in Asia since 1997.
Related QuestionsHow does bird flu become a human flu?
Bird Flu FAQIf a person were infected with a human flu and the bird flu at the same time, the two viruses could swap genes -- reassort -- and a human version of bird flu could emerge. This is what happened in the last two flu pandemics in 1957 and 1968. Bird flu could also evolve and change into a form that is adapted to humans, as happened in the 1918 flu pandemic. There is evidence the H5N1 bird flu virus has begun this process, but scientists say it is not yet very far along.
Related QuestionsIs Human to Human Transmission of Avian Bird Flu Possible?
Apr 07, 2006 - Associated ContentWhat binds the success men have still against the reach of a pandemic is that H5N1 spreads only from a bird to a human. The need of the hour is take a quicker look to examine the nature of such a belief. Tutorial on how to create buttons in Microsoft Outlook to open websites, files, or even programs to save you time and effort if you constantly use Outlook and dont want to always be opening and closing windows to open things.
Related QuestionsCan I get bird flu from my pet bird?
Frequently Asked Questions About Pandemic Influenza and Avia...A pet bird would have to come in contact with a wild or domesticated bird with avian flu to become infected. Most human cases probably came from direct contact with infected birds or their droppings. Follow good health habits when cleaning your bird’s cage, and wash your hands frequently. In the United States there is no need at present to remove a flock of chickens because of concerns regarding avian influenza. The U.S.
Related QuestionsIs Spirigel effective against bird flu and other viruses?
cleanroomshop.com - UK cleanroom manufacturer and modular cl...Yes. The virus responsible for bird flu is known as an "enveloped" virus, in other words each virus particle is surrounded by a fatty coat. Spirigel has been tested against Bovine virus diarrhoea virus (BVDV) and vaccinia virus, viruses which are internationally recognised as being suitable surrogate viruses to represent all enveloped viruses. Spirigel showed efficacy against the surrogate viruses within a 30 second contact time.
Related QuestionsHow dangerous to human is bird flu?
Bird flu ? answers to some frequently asked questions - Radi...So far, no more than three bird flu sub-types have been shown to be able to infect human beings as well. One of these is H5N1, the variant which is now prevalent. The number of people infected so far is relatively small, but the virus itself is highly aggressive: more than half of the 100 patients have died. The virus has not - yet - mutated into a form which can be transferred from person to person. However, experts fear that the bird flu virus will merge with a human influenza virus.
Related QuestionsWill the human seasonal influenza virus vaccine protect me against bird flu?
New Mexico Avian InfuenzaNo, the human influenza vaccine currently available does not protect against bird flu viruses. Clinical trials are underway now for a human vaccine to protect against the "bird flu".
Related QuestionsHow does bird flu spread amongst the birds and in human beings?
web_block_rightMigratory water fowl- the wild ducks carry the virus but do not suffer from disease. Epidemics of bird flu occur when domesticated birds like chicken or turkey come in contact with wild ducks carrying the virus. Bird flu may start as a mild illness but after some months due to changes in the virus may become serious and kill nearly all the affected birds.
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