Introduction of bird flu and ways to avoid infection

Recently, Shanghai and Anhui Provinces have found that 3 people have been infected with H7N9 bird flu, including 2 deaths, and 1 person is seriously ill. The H7N9 bird flu virus infected by this time is the first new influenza virus discovered in the world. It was previously only in poultry. The discovery, therefore, has not been included in the statutory reporting infectious disease surveillance reporting system in China.

This bird flu was named H7N9. Although the route of transmission of H7N9 has not yet been known, what is the main way that the bird flu virus is transmitted? In addition to fever and cough, what clinical performance? How to do it may play a preventive role?

Bird flu is an acute communicable disease caused by a subtype of influenza A. It is classified as a type A infectious disease. It can infect humans as well as poultry, such as pigs and chickens.

Common symptoms of bird flu are high fever, cough, muscle soreness, etc. Most of them are accompanied by severe pneumonia, and severe organ failure such as heart and kidneys leads to death. The incubation period of bird flu ranges from a few hours to several days, and its length is related to the dose of the virus. The route of infection is related to the type of infected bird.

So how to prevent infection? In fact, it is also very simple. Exercises should be strengthened. Attention should be paid to rest. Avoid excessive exertion, maintain good personal hygiene habits, maintain indoor air circulation, avoid contact with infected poultry, and thoroughly cook chicken and other foods. See your doctor in time.