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Based on current evidence, the risk of avian influenza infection for the public remains low. The risk of bird flu infection is higher for those who have unprotected exposure to infected animals, PHAC said.
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The recent cases show that the virus has adapted for circulation in mammals, raising fresh concerns over the risk of spillover to humans
The bird flu virus H5N1 has in recent years seen a significant increase in spillover to mammals
Besides killing a record number of birds in 2023, the virus also spread to otters, sea lions, minks, foxes, dolphins, and seals, among others
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On Tuesday, a 12-year-old boy from Haryana, who was infected with the H5N1 virus, recently died at AIIMS Delhi.
The National Institute of Virology, Pune had confirmed the infection, Dr Guelria said.
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While undergoing treatment, tests for COVID-19 and influenza were conducted.
His samples tested negative for COVID-19, but tested positive for H5N1 avian influenza
According to WHO, human cases of H5N1 are rare but if infected, the mortality rate is about 60%
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The government on Thursday has declared the country free from highly pathogenic Avian Influenza ( H5N1 and H5N8), commonly known as bird flu.
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As per the World Health Organisation (WHO), H5N1 first infected humans in 1997, leading to a number of deaths.
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Now, India has declared itself free from the highly contagious bird flu even as it stressed the need for continued surveillance.
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More than 8,500 chickens and ducks were culled and 10,500 eggs destroyed.
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Viruses in birds will live for many years but when they move to hosts, there will be deadly reaction, says expert.
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