The World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed the first human case of bird flu in West Bengal. From symptoms to prevention tips, here’s everything you need to do to increase your health guard.
The World Health Organization (ICU) has confirmed the first human case of bird flu in West Bengal. This is the second human case reported in India. The first case of bird flu was detected in 1997. The WHO said on Tuesday that a case of human infection with bird flu caused by the H9N2 virus was detected in a four-year-old child in the eastern state of West Bengal. India, Reuters reported. The patient was admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit (ICU) of a local hospital due to persistent severe respiratory problems, high fever and abdominal cramps in February, and was discharged three months later after diagnosis and treatment, the WHO said.
The patient was reportedly exposed to poultry in and around his home, and there were no known individuals reporting symptoms of respiratory illness among his family and other contacts. This is the second human infection of H9N2 bird flu from India, the first in 2019, the agency said.
While the H9N2 virus generally tends to cause mild illness, the United Nations agency said more sporadic cases could occur in humans, as this virus is one of the most prevalent avian influenza viruses circulating among poultry. in different regions.
SYMPTOMS OF BIRD FLU:
- Persistent headaches
- Fever
- Diarrhea
- Sore throat
- Rhinorrhea
- Muscle pain
- Respiratory problems
TIPS FOR THE PREVENTION OF BIRD FLU
- Maintain hygiene: Always wash your hands before eating and after returning from public spaces. Every day, hands land on various surfaces that may have certain bacteria and viruses. Hence, it is always advisable to maintain adequate hygiene.
- Mask: When there is an increase in contagion cases, it is always better to wear masks in public spaces. Regarding bird flu, if visiting a poultry farm, it is best to wear a mask to avoid transmission of the virus.
- Avoid close contact with infected species, animal droppings, droppings, saliva, etc.
- Suitable kitchen: It is recommended to cook food properly. Avoid eating raw foods, raw chicken, eggs, etc.
- Diet to boost immunity: It is imperative to eat a nutrient-rich diet every day. A meal rich in nutrients, vitamins and minerals helps reduce the risk of deficiencies and health problems. A diet rich in vitamin C, A, zinc, fiber, proteins, etc. helps boost immunity. Strong immunity helps fight invasive pathogens and viruses that can enter the body.
There is no definitive answer as to whether bird flu can be transmitted through person-to-person contact. However, it is always better to be safe than sorry.
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