Avian Influenza
Avian influenza is an infectious disease caused by influenza viruses that are transmitted by birds that can infect humans. Another name of this disease including avian influenza. The cause of bird flu was type A influenza virus that spreads among birds. The virus was found capable of also spread to other species such as pigs, cats, dogs, tigers, and humans.
Influenza virus type A has several subtypes characterized the Hemagglutinin (H) and Neuramidase (N). There are 9 variants H and 14 variants of N. Bird flu virus is contagious right now is the H5N1 subtype which has a long incubation time 3-5 days.
Characteristics of Avian Influenza:
1. Body temperature rose more than 38 degrees Celsius
2. Body aching rheumatic pain
3. Cough
4. Sore throat
5. Agency limp and slimy
Most of the modes of transmission of bird flu cases suffered by those who had direct poultry contact.
As for how its Prevention
1. Use a protective mask when visiting the ranch
2. Always wash hands with soap when discharged direct contact with poultry