bird flu
Plural
bird flus
1
a dangerous disease among birds, especially poultry, that can be transmitted to humans and sometimes kill them
- Bird flu, also known as avian influenza, is a viral infection that primarily affects birds.
- Some strains of bird flu can infect humans and cause severe respiratory illness.
- The transmission of bird flu to humans usually occurs through direct contact with infected birds or their droppings.
- Health authorities monitor outbreaks of bird flu closely to prevent its spread among poultry and humans.
- Vaccination of poultry and proper hygiene practices on farms are key measures to control outbreaks of bird flu.
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