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WHO Confirms Second Human Bird Flu Case in India

A four-year-old in West Bengal contracted the H9N2 strain, highlighting ongoing concerns over avian influenza transmission.

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Test tubes labelled "Bird Flu" and a piece of paper in the colours of the Indian national flag are seen in this picture illustration, January 14, 2023. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo
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Overview

  • The child experienced severe respiratory issues, high fever, and abdominal cramps before being diagnosed with H9N2 bird flu.
  • This is India's second confirmed human case of H9N2, with the first reported in 2019.
  • The infection was linked to exposure to poultry at the child's home and surrounding areas.
  • Human cases of bird flu remain rare but are closely monitored due to their potential severity.
  • Health officials are urging increased vigilance and preventive measures to limit further transmission.