Another Pandemic After Covid-19? Avian Flu Outbreak: Check Signs, Symptoms, Treatment of This Disease
The Avian Flu or H5N1 infects mostly the lower respiratory tract of mammals. However, the spreading of the disease in a wide range of species has increased the threat to humans.
Feb 20, 2023, 16:55 PM IST
What is H5N8? The bird flu strain which infected humans for first time
Seven workers of a poultry plant in the southern part of the country had contracted the virus after an outbreak in December. There have been several H5N8 outbreaks in the past, but it is the first time it been reported to infect humans. The seven people infected have recovered from the virus
Feb 21, 2021, 12:58 PM IST
Bird flu confirmed in 7 States, Centre increases monitoring
The risk of bird flu has increased in 7 states including Delhi, over 150 bird deaths have been reported in Delhi, Ghazipur Murga Mandi has been closed for 10 days and Rapid Response Team has been formed for 11 districts.
Jan 10, 2021, 20:46 PM IST
How birds become immune to influenza decoded
The study shows that, after an infection, mallards become partially immune and resistant to influenza infections to which they are later exposed.
Jul 01, 2017, 17:25 PM IST
Delhi declared free from H5N8 avian influenza
Animal Husbandry Department of Delhi government on Tuesday issued a circular declaring the National Capital Territory of Delhi was "free from H5N8 strain of Avian Influenza."
Jan 13, 2017, 00:22 AM IST
Delhi zoo opens its doors to the public after nearly 3 months post bird flu scare
When asked about the preparations post-bird flu scare in the zoo, the official said, measures to protect the animals have been stepped up.
Jan 12, 2017, 18:56 PM IST
Gujarat begins to cull birds after avian flu scare
As avian or bird flu reared its head in Gujarat after a decade, the state government sounded an alert and declared a 10-km radius around a poultry facility in Hathijan in Ahmedabad district a 'regulated zone' and culled over 1,500 birds till Wednesday afternoon.
Jan 04, 2017, 23:19 PM IST
Veterinarian in US infected by avian flu transmitted from felines!
The Health Department also contacted more than 80% of the people who adopted cats from the shelter and none is suspected of having H7N2.
Dec 26, 2016, 23:49 PM IST
Japan culling 210,000 birds amid spreading avian flu
Japan has begun slaughtering about 210,000 farm birds in northern Hokkaido to contain another outbreak of a highly contagious strain of avian flu, an official said Sunday.
Dec 18, 2016, 10:15 AM IST
Poultry bird in Bellary tested positive for avian flu
A poultry bird in Bellary district of Karnataka was tested positive for bird flu virus H5N8 and the state government has been asked to take steps to prevent spread of the disease, the Union government said on Friday.
Nov 11, 2016, 19:01 PM IST
Avian flu: Three more birds die in Delhi, no virus found in chicken
Three more birds died due to suspected bird flu here on Friday, prompting the authorities to shut down a park in Paschim Vihar in west Delhi.
Oct 29, 2016, 00:29 AM IST
Centre forms committee to monitor bird flu situation
The central government on Wednesday constituted a committee to maintain constant vigil on the situation arising out of bird flu, an official statement said.
Oct 26, 2016, 23:23 PM IST
Gwalior zoo to be shut for a month over avian flu
Gwalior Zoo is to remain closed for a month after five painted storks succumbed to avian flu, authorities said on Monday. Zoo employees have also been instructed to observe all precautions.
Oct 24, 2016, 20:50 PM IST
Bird flu scare: Six more birds die of avian flu in Delhi, killer strain is H5N8
The total count of death of migratory birds in the national capital has now reached 24 with six more birds died on Friday due to bird flu at the now shut Deer Park.
Oct 21, 2016, 23:34 PM IST
Delhi zoo witnesses two more bird deaths; avian flu scare spreads beyond premises
As per reports, at least 10 birds have been found dead in the city over the past 48 hours which include five at the capital city's deer park.
Oct 21, 2016, 13:27 PM IST
Chicken resistant to avian flu will emerge: WHO expert
Viruses in birds will live for many years but when they move to hosts, there will be deadly reaction, says expert.
Nov 18, 2015, 20:49 PM IST
Avian flu: Indians should examine their genomics, says expert
An acclaimed American virology scientist said here on Tuesday that India should look into the genes of its people to see why various strains of avian influenza virus are not affecting them.
Nov 17, 2015, 20:03 PM IST
