How to protect yourself from bird flu infection?

The threat of corona virus is not over yet and bird flu has knocked. Bird flu is not limited to birds only. Humans can also come in the grip of this deadly virus through birds. After being infected with bird flu, its symptoms start appearing in 3 to 5 days. Due to its very dangerous and rapid spread, it can take the form of an epidemic at any time. Prevention is our protection from bard flu. So let's know what are the symptoms of bird flu in humans, how to avoid it and what to do after falling prey to it?

What is bird flu?

• Bird flu is a viral disease caused by avian influenza. Avian influenza is also known as H5N1. Usually this happens to birds. But many other organisms are also affected by this flu along with humans. There are several types of influenza A.

• Billions of dollars have been spent around the world to avoid this. Even in India, despite millions of efforts, success has not been successful in controlling it.

What are the symptoms of bird flu in humans?

• Bird flu can cause fever, nosebleeds, headache, sore throat, diarrhoea, pain in the muscles and lower abdomen, conjunctivitis in the eye, difficulty in breathing, phlegm in the throat, vomiting, Symptoms start appearing.

• Humans who come in contact with infected birds and chickens can also become infected.

• In humans, this virus is spread through the eyes, nose and mouth.

How to protect yourself from bird flu?

• Avoid consuming birds, chickens and eggs infected with bird flu.

• If you work in a poultry farm, wear a mask and gloves before coming in contact with chickens.

• Take special care of cleanliness around you.

• Stay away from dead birds.

• Avoid non-vegetarian food in areas affected by bird flu.

• Wash or sanitize hands thoroughly before eating.

What to do if you have bird flu?

• If you notice any symptoms of bird flu, consult a doctor immediately.

• Take medicines only after consulting a doctor.

• Take complete rest to reduce the effect of this virus.

• Eat healthy foods.

• Increase the amount of fluids in your meals.

• Keep a distance from other people affected by bird flu.

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• Click here to learn how to protect chickens and other birds from bird flu.

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