Avian Influenza

Avian influenza is a strain of influenza A feared for its potential capacity to cause the next flu pandemic.

 

 

 

Transmission and Infection

 

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Pathogenicity and Virulence

 

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Clinical Manifesations

 

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Diagnosis

Public Health Laboratories can help differentiate seasonal influenza from bird flu, allowing for distribution of resources and decisions made re: quarantine etc.

 

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Treatments

 

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Resources and References

 

 

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