Coronavirus still, emerging bird Flu again
Not after coronavirus problems that are now in the world, China has had to fight with avian influenza problems.
Not yet attentive to the coronavirus outbreak, now China is again treated to other health problems, namely avian influenza. Not yet attentive to the coronavirus outbreak, now China is again treated to other health problems, namely avian influenza. About 18,000 chickens have been destroyed by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs in China to prevent this virus from expanding. What happens to the avian influenza virus in China?
Avian influenza Virus augments disease in China
Last week, the World Health Organization or the WHO established coronavirus in China as a global public health emergency. But unfortunately, the problem of coronaviruses that infect about 14,380 people has not been completed, now China should instead fight back against avian influenza viruses.
The bird flu case was recently discovered attacking a farm in the town of Shaoyang, Hunan Province, China. The bird flu case was recently discovered attacking a farm in the town of Shaoyang, Hunan Province, China. In this case, the reported 7,850 chickens were infected and as many as 4,500 were already dead due to avian influenza.
Reported from Straits Time, the ministry in China did not know when the outbreak began. Reported from Straits Time, the ministry in China did not know when the outbreak began. However, local authorities have destroyed 17,828 poultry after many animals die of avian influenza viruses.
China is not alone grappling against the outbreak of H5N1. Since some time ago, India has also reported an outbreak of the H5N1 avian influenza virus that occurred in poultry farms in the state of Chhattisgarh.
The Virus killed 5,634 of 21,060 birds on a farm in Baikunthpur and all the remaining poultry were destroyed as well.
The bitter experience of avian influenza
Since the year 2003, WHO reported cases of bird flu disease has killed 455 people worldwide.
In the past, it is important to note that avian influenza is a disease caused by an Avian subtype H5N1. These parasites invade the respiratory tract, especially the lungs. this virus attacked the poultry but since 1997 is known to attack humans.
According to the Mayo Clinic, avian influenza is there naturally among wildfowl. According to the Mayo Clinic, Nevertheless, this H5N1 virus can also spread to birds that are maintained or treated, such as birds, chicken, turkey, duck, and goose.
In the spread to humans, the disease is transmitted by direct contact with infected poultry impurities. Impurities that go through the nose, mouth, or eyes can enter the body and infect the lungs.
Also, the spread can be transmitted by meat or eggs infected poultry, then cooked undercooked, and consumed by humans.
When avian influenza is not immediately resolved, it is likely to cause complications of diseases such as sinus cavity infections, ear infections, and lung infections. This Virus can also make the disease worse before.
This Virus can also make the disease worse before.
For example, asthma or heart disease, in which the combination of avian influenza and other diseases is very risky to cause death. For example, asthma or heart disease, in which the combination of avian influenza and other diseases is very risky to cause death. The symptoms of avian influenza that can be seen in humans are as follows.
The symptoms of avian influenza that can be seen in humans are as follows.
- Fever.
- Chills.
- Colds.
- Cough.
- Sore throat.
- Joint pain.
- Weak.
- Diarrhea.
- Nausea and vomiting.
Avian Influenza Prevention
However, this H5N1 virus can still be prevented in various ways. However, this H5N1 virus can still be prevented in various ways. Such as the following.
- Hand Wash
The easy and effective step in lowering the risk of avian influenza transmission is by hand washing. It is recommended to wash your hands especially after holding the poultry or equipment, before meals, after physical contact with the sick, or after activities outdoors.
- Avoid contact with poultry
Avoid contact with poultry suspected to be infected by avian influenza. If you have poultry, do not forget to do periodic sterilization according to the standard poultry cage. If you have poultry, do not forget to do periodic sterilization according to the standard poultry cage. Use a mask and clean the hand after holding the suspected infected poultry.
- Boosts immune and self-hygiene
It is important to keep the immune system from being easily infected. It is important to keep the immune system from being easily infected. To stay strong and healthy, consume nutritious food, adequate rest, and regular exercise.
- Checking if symptoms arise
If you are experiencing some symptoms as mentioned above, you should immediately consult a doctor. One thing to watch out for, the symptoms of avian influenza are usually not seen clearly and similarly-similar to other signs of illness.
If you have a direct contact history with poultry suspected of avian influenza or you are working in a poultry farm, and then experiencing some of these symptoms, it is worth checking into the doctor.
- Ripe poultry until ripe
If you want to cook poultry meat, make sure to be cooked at least 74 degrees Celsius. The processing of eggs should be cooked until the yellow and white parts hardened. As long as the plague news is still circulating, avoid eating raw foods that could cause a risk of avian influenza about you.
To avoid this plague happening, it is important to take precautions as described above. When there is a symptom of a viral infection or even flu, it is recommended to check with a doctor immediately.