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.