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Avian influenza (AI) is a highly contagious viral infection of wild and domestic birds worldwide. Avian influenza viruses are classified as low pathogenic avian influenza (LPAI) or highly pathogenic (HPAI), based on their pathogenicity in domestic chickens.
Exclusion biosecurity strategies to prevent the introduction of avian influenza into poultry are the best preventive measure. Suspected outbreaks should be reported to appropriate regulatory authorities. Antigenically matched and properly administered vaccines can prevent AI infections, clinical signs, and death.
19 lip 2024 · The best way to prevent H5N1 bird flu is to avoid sources of exposure whenever possible. Infected birds shed avian influenza A viruses in their saliva, mucous, and feces and other infected animals may shed avian influenza A viruses in respiratory secretions and other body fluids (e.g., cow milk).
10 paź 2023 · Vaccination should complement and not replace other preventive and control measures, such as infection monitoring in birds, early detection and biosecurity, and is recommended as part of an integrated disease control approach.
Wild birds, such as ducks, gulls, and shorebirds, can carry and spread these viruses but may show no signs of illness. However, avian influenza can kill domestic poultry (such as chickens, turkeys, ducks, and geese). Avian influenza viruses are classified based on a combination.
Abstract. Avian influenza, listed by the World Organization for Animal Health (OIE), has become a disease of great importance for animal and human health. Several aspects of the disease lack scientific information, which has hampered the management of some recent crises.
3 maj 2024 · What to know. Avian influenza refers to disease in birds caused by infection with avian (bird) influenza (flu) Type A viruses. Causes. Avian influenza A viruses have been isolated from more than 100 different species of wild birds around the world.
