Avian influenza A mainly affects domestic poultry and wild birds such as geese, ducks and seabirds. Virus infection can be fatal to both domestic poultry and wild birds.
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However, public health says the virus is not normally transmitted from birds to humans and that the current strain is reported to be lower than normal concern for spreading to humans. Trending Stories
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Public health adds that it is important not to handle live or dead wild birds. 2:16 Kingston Elite cheerleaders are ready for the national championships The Kingston Elite Cheerleaders are ready for the national championships If you get sick with bird flu, the symptoms to look out for include: The story goes on under the ad
Fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose or stuffy nose Muscle or body aches, headache or fatigue Conjunctivitis (red eyes) Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting or seizures
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