H3N8 and its Presence in China

H3N8 and its Presence in China

• Bird flu, also known as avian influenza, is a viral disease that affects birds but can also be transmitted to humans and other animals, including horses and dogs. There are several subtypes of the Influenza A virus that can cause bird flu, with H3N8 being one of them. In this article, we will explore the history of H3N8 and its current cases in China.

• H3N8 is a subtype of the Influenza A virus that is commonly found in birds and horses. It is also known as the Equine influenza virus and is one of the two viruses that can cause dog flu. It was not recorded in humans until 2022. However, some researchers believe that it might have caused the 1889 pandemic, also known as the “Russian flu” or “Asiatic flu.”

• Bird flu is primarily transmitted through contact with infected birds or their feces, saliva, and respiratory secretions. People who handle infected birds or come into close contact with them are at the highest risk of contracting the virus. However, in rare cases, bird flu can also be transmitted from person to person through close contact.

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Published date : 01 Apr 2023 05:20PM