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?
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ANSES’s missions to prevent its spread
ANSES plays a major role in the fight once morest 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.
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