H5N1

Bird Flu Cases Detected In Humans In US, Australia: Should You Be Concerned? Experts Explain

According to data from the World Health Organization, from 2003 to 2023, a total of 873 human cases of infection with influenza A (H5N1) and 458 deaths have been reported globally from 21 countries. However, to date, no sustained human-to-human transmission has been detected.

May 24, 2024, 17:46 PM IST

Nothing to panic: Human-to-human bird flu transmission rare, clarifies AIIMS chief Dr Guleria

"The transmission of the virus from birds to humans is rare and sustained human-to-human transmission of the H5N1 virus has not yet been established and therefore there is no need to panic. But then people working closely with poultry must take precautionary measures and maintain proper personal hygiene," Dr Guleria said.

Jul 22, 2021, 07:31 AM IST

India reports its first bird flu death of 2021

A 12-year-old boy, undergoing treatment for H5N1 Avian influenza, passed away at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi

Jul 21, 2021, 06:37 AM IST

India is now free from bird flu

The government on Thursday has declared the country free from highly pathogenic Avian Influenza ( H5N1 and H5N8), commonly known as bird flu.

Jul 06, 2017, 20:47 PM IST

Avian influenza: How it infects humans, treatment and more!

As per the World Health Organisation (WHO), H5N1 first infected humans in 1997, leading to a number of deaths. 

Oct 20, 2016, 09:54 AM IST

Bird flu now a thing of the past; India declares itself free from H5N1!

Now, India has declared itself free from the highly contagious bird flu even as it stressed the need for continued surveillance.

Sep 14, 2016, 18:52 PM IST

Red emergency alert against 'dangerous 7'- Part II

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Jan 29, 2016, 22:24 PM IST

Influenza: Over 8,500 birds culled in govt farm in Tripura

More than 8,500 chickens and ducks were culled and 10,500 eggs destroyed.

Jan 17, 2016, 18:19 PM IST

Chicken resistant to avian flu will emerge: WHO expert

 Viruses in birds will live for many years but when they move to hosts, there will be deadly reaction, says expert.

Nov 18, 2015, 20:49 PM IST