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Health Encyclopedia: Avian Influenza

Definition

Avian influenza is flu infection in birds.The disease is of concern to humans, who have no immunity against it. The virus that causes this infection in birds can mutate (change) to easily infect humans. Such mutation can start a deadly worldwide epidemic.

Alternative Names

Bird flu; H5N1

Causes, incidence, and risk factors

Historically, avian influenza viruses infected pigs and mixed with pig influenza viruses. The viruses exchanged genetic informat...

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Health Guide

The flu

The flu is a contagious infection of the nose, throat, and lungs caused by the influenza virus. Alternative Names Flu; Influenza A; Influenza B Causes, incidence,... Read more »

Immunizations: Viral Influenza

Viral InfluenzaInfluenza, commonly called the flu, is always caused by a virus.Influenza, also known as the flu, is caused by a virus.There are different strains of influenza:Influenza A is the most... Read more »

Sinusitis: Prevention

...PreventionThe best way to prevent sinusitis is to avoid and, if unavoidable, effectively treat colds and influenza.Good Hygiene and Preventing TransmissionColds and flu are spread primarily when... Read more »

Encephalitis: Viral: Causes

...and New Jersey.Symptom OnsetSymptoms appear 4 - 10 days following infection and can range from mild flu-like symptoms to full-blown encephalitis.Incidence and Mortality RatesThe most serious of... Read more »

Pneumonia: Causes

...between 10 - 15% of hospital-acquired pneumonias. It is the organism most often associated with viral influenza, and can develop about five days after the onset of flu symptoms. Pneumonia from S.... Read more »

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