TRIBUNPEKANBARU.COM – The bird flu virus has the potential to spread to humans. The public is advised to always practice Clean and Healthy Behavior (PHBS), report to the Livestock Service if there are sudden and large numbers of poultry deaths in their environment.
Not only that, people are also required to immediately go to a health facility if they experience symptoms of bird flu and have a history of contact with risk factors.
The ways of transmission and symptoms of Bird Flu are as follows:
Risk of Avian Flu Transmission
Quoted from the NHS page, bird flu spreads through close contact with infected birds or poultry, both dead and alive.
Here are some risks of bird flu transmission:
– Touching infected birds
– Touching dirt or bedding
– Killing or preparing infected poultry for cooking
In addition, markets that sell live poultry can also be a source of bird flu.
Therefore, avoid visiting these markets when traveling to countries experiencing bird flu outbreaks.
Symptoms of Bird Flu
Still from the NHS page, the main symptoms of bird flu can appear very quickly, including:
– Very high body temperature or feeling hot or shivering
Source: Tribunnews
