H5N1 Bird Flu Virus Outbreak in India
11-Year-Old Boy Dies in India From Bird Flu Virus
On 21 July 2021, the National IHR focal point of India notified the World Health Organization (WHO) of one human case of avian influenza A(H5N1) virus infection. The 11-year-old boy from the northern Indian state of Haryana died from the infection on 23 July 2021.
Outbreak of H5N1 Bird Flu Virus in Poultry
Prior to the human case, an outbreak of the highly contagious H5N1 bird flu virus was reported on a poultry research farm in the state of Kerala on 10 July 2021. The virus has since spread to other states in India, including Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh.
Global Concern Over H5N1 Bird Flu Spread
The spread of H5N1 bird flu to humans has raised global concern. The A(H5N1) strain has become a global zoonotic animal pandemic, according to Dr. Michael T. Farrar, Director of the Fogarty International Center at the National Institutes of Health.
Outbreak in Nellore District
A bird flu outbreak in poultry in Andhra Pradesh's Nellore district was reported on February 7, 2023. The outbreak has resulted in the culling of over 100,000 birds in the district.
WHO Expresses Alarm
The World Health Organization has expressed alarm at the growing spread of H5N1 bird flu to humans and animals. The organization has urged countries to strengthen their surveillance and control measures to prevent further spread of the virus.
Conclusion
The H5N1 bird flu virus is a serious threat to both human and animal health. The recent outbreak in India is a reminder of the importance of taking precautions to prevent the spread of the virus. Measures such as avoiding contact with infected animals and practicing good hygiene can help to reduce the risk of infection.
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