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Global avian flu pandemic
Global avian flu epidemic, conceptual computer artwork. The H5N1 strain of the avian influenza virus first appeared in humans in Southeast Asia in 1997. Between 2003 and 2005 it killed over 60 people. It is carried by wildfowl, and can spread to commercial poultry, in which it is fatal. Humans can catch the virus if they are in close contact with infected poultry, although it cannot be contracted from meat or eggs. Also, as yet, H5N1 cannot be transferred between humans through the air as human flu viruses can. There are fears that the virus may mutate into a human transmissible form, which could lead to millions of deaths worldwide
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This powerful print captures the looming threat of a global avian flu pandemic. The conceptual computer artwork depicts the H5N1 strain of the avian influenza virus, which emerged in humans in Southeast Asia back in 1997. Between 2003 and 2005, this deadly virus claimed the lives of over 60 individuals. Carried by wildfowl, it can easily spread to commercial poultry, causing fatal consequences. Humans can contract this virus through close contact with infected poultry; however, it cannot be transmitted through meat or eggs. Unlike human flu viruses that are airborne, H5N1 cannot currently be transferred between humans through respiratory means. Nevertheless, concerns persist that this virus may mutate into a form transmissible among humans, potentially leading to millions of deaths worldwide. The illustration serves as a stark reminder of the delicate balance between nature and mankind's vulnerability to infectious diseases. It highlights the importance of understanding epidemiology and virology in order to combat such global health threats effectively. This image is brought to you by Science Photo Library – an invaluable resource for medical professionals and researchers seeking visual representations of various scientific subjects including microbiology, animal health conditions, and viral infections like avian flu.
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