Avian influenza | ANSES – National Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health Safety

Avian influenza in 11 questions

What is avian influenza? What viruses are currently circulating? Beyond birds, are other animals concerned? Can humans be infected? How is this virus transmitted and what are the symptoms? Is there a treatment for these viruses?

> All the answers in this article.

ANSES’s missions to prevent its spread

Female scientist doing analyzes

ANSES plays a major role in the fight against the disease by coordinating the diagnosis of the disease in animals and by conducting research to improve the detection of the virus, know the strains in circulation and evaluate new vaccines for poultry. It also provides support to public authorities to assess the risks of introduction of the disease, ahead of new waves, and to recommend management measures during epizootics.

> Explanations in this article.

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