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Bird Flu (Avian Influenza)
 Websites presented in alphabetical order Animal and Poultry Health Division: Avian Influenza 
 This site describes the avian flu in general and the H2N2 strain of the virus, which was identified in a Pennsylvania poultry flock in February 2004. From the Pennsylvania Bureau of Animal Health & Diagnostic Services. http://www.agriculture.state.pa.us/agriculture/cwp/view.asp?a=3&q=127760 Topics: Agriculture, Infectious Diseases, Livestock Last updated Mar 20, 2007 Avian Influenza
This site about avian influenza (bird flu) offers news, guidelines, food safety recommendations, vaccination information, frequently asked questions, updates about the latest outbreaks, and much more. From the World Health Organization (WHO). http://www.who.int/csr/disease/avian_influenza/guidelines/ Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Infectious Diseases, Livestock, Medical Treatments & Devices, Nutrition & Food Safety Last updated Feb 3, 2004 Avian Influenza (Bird Flu)
Information about bird flu, including a list of confirmed instances of avian influenza viruses infecting humans since 1997, and symptoms in humans and birds. Includes links to related information. From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). http://www.cdc.gov/flu/avian/ Topics: Infectious Diseases, Livestock Last updated Sep 20, 2006 Avian influenza: Frequently Asked Questions
This FAQ addresses topics related to avian influenza (bird flu), "a viral disease that most commonly affects birds." It focuses on concerns such as whether cats and dogs can be infected with the virus and how the disease is transmitted to humans. Includes links to related websites. From the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). http://www.avma.org/public_health/influenza/avian_faq.asp Topics: Infectious Diseases Last updated Apr 11, 2006 H5N1: Killer Flu
September 2005 Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) Wide Angle program about "H5N1 influenza -- the powerful virus that is raging through the bird flocks of Asia -- [and that] has successfully made the leap to humans." Includes excerpts from an article about flu pandemics, and the full video, which discusses "dangers posed ... [and] the political, public health, and medical challenges the world's nations must overcome in order to fight the flu." Also includes maps and images. http://www.pbs.org/wnet/wideangle/shows/vietnam/ Topics: Infectious Diseases, Public Health & Safety Last updated Jan 4, 2009 In Depth: Bird Flu
News stories and background information about avian influenza (bird flu), including the H5N1 strain that is causing concern in 2005. Discusses impacted countries, pandemic flu in the past (such as "the Spanish flu virus that swept the world in 1918-19"), actions to fight the virus, and related information. Provides photos, charts, and video and audio clips. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/in_depth/world/2005/bird_flu/default.stm Topics: Infectious Diseases Last updated Sep 8, 2009 PandemicFlu.gov
The "official U.S. government website for information on pandemic flu and avian influenza" provides links to U.S. government information and material from other sources on vaccines, travel and workplace safety, planning and response, research, and related topics. Includes a link to the November 2005 "National Strategy for Pandemic Influenza," outlining the federal government's strategy for handling the possibility of an influenza pandemic, as well as updates. http://www.pandemicflu.gov/ Topics: Infectious Diseases Last updated Aug 31, 2008 ProMED-Mail (Program for Monitoring Emerging Diseases)
The Program for Monitoring Emerging Diseases is a "global electronic reporting system for outbreaks of emerging infectious diseases and toxins." ProMED-Mail serves as a central site for news, updates, and discussions of outbreaks of emerging and re-emerging diseases. The site also features discussion group announcements, recent recalls and alerts, links to maps of outbreaks, a FAQ, and related links. Available in several languages. A program of the International Society for Infectious Diseases (ISID). http://www.promedmail.org/pls/otn/f?p=2400:1000: Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Health & Medical Disciplines, Infectious Diseases, Public Health & Safety Last updated Feb 26, 2008 What's the Difference Between Seasonal Flu, Pandemic Flu, and Avian (Bird) Flu?
This fact sheet explains differences between three types of flu and provides general information abut the flu and flu virus characteristics. It also notes that the flu "is not the same as the common cold, nor is it related to what is commonly called the 'stomach flu.'" Additional flu information can be found through the left navigation menu on this page. From the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID). http://www3.niaid.nih.gov/topics/Flu/understandingFlu/DefinitionsOverview.htm Topics: Infectious Diseases Last updated Nov 13, 2008 |
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