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Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) : Causes

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Causes could include:
  • Influenza A Virus, Avian

Causes Overview Articles

Avian influenza
Historically, avian influenza viruses infected pigs and mixed with pig influenza viruses. The viruses exchanged genetic information, which led to the formation of a new virus.
Source:ADAM
Date:March 6, 2009

Specific Causes Articles

Avian influenza
Avian influenza is flu infection in birds. The disease is of concern to humans, who have no immunity against it.
Source:ADAM
Date:March 6, 2009
What You Need to Know About Bird Flu
Here are answers to questions you may have about bird flu.Q: Are there differences between influenza (the flu) and avian influenza (bird flu)?
Source:StayWell
Bird flu: How to understand your risk and protect...
How and why bird flu causes illness in humans including symptoms, treatment, and prevention.
Source:StayWell
Bird flu: Don't fly into a panic
Common sense and some simple precautions (which make good health sense anyway) can help you be prepared for the possibility of a bird flu outbreak.
Source:StayWell
In the News: Avian flu: Anticipated and closely w...
A description of avian flu, its chances of being communicated to people, and current medical and governmental efforts to minimize its impact. Includes recommendations for protecting yourself from a Harvard Medical School physician.
Source:StayWell
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