Avian flu has generated concerns in Brazil, but experts point out that the Risk for the human population is low at this time . In an interview with CNN Infectologist Melissa Valentini of the Fleury group, clarified the current situation of the disease in the country.
According to Valentini, the chance of an outbreak or epidemic of avian flu in humans in Brazil is very small. “We have no human case in Brazil, we only have cases in birds, both in the zoo birds and in the birds of this place of production,” explained the expert.
Situation in the United States
The infectologist compared the Brazilian situation with that of the United States, where the outbreak is in the most advanced stage. “In the United States, they have been facing this outbreak for a longer time. Today, the US Disease Control Center has 70 confirmed cases in humans,” Valentini said.
She stressed that even in the US, where the situation is most developed, the transmission between humans was not observed. “The people who infected themselves were people who had intimate contact with birds or flock of oxen. So the contact from person to person has not happened yet,” he said.
Precautionary measures
Despite the low risk current, Valentini emphasized the Importance of Continuous Surveillance . Health authorities continue to closely monitor the situation, both in relation to birds and possible transmission to humans.
The infectologist recommended that people who work directly with birds or at risk environments rigorously follow the biosecurity measures established by the health authorities. For the general population, there is no reason for panic, but it is always advisable to maintain good hygiene practices and avoid close contact with sick or dead birds.
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Source: CNN Brasil
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