Achi news desk-
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Taking precautions regarding the spread of bird flu in some parts of America and India, the central government has advised people not to consume raw milk. It is recommended to eat non-vegetarian food cooked at an adequate temperature.
The center told states that the evidence so far suggests that bird flu can be prevented from reaching humans. The virus has been confirmed in the milk of infected cattle in eight states in America. This infection is also found in some districts of Kerala, Jharkhand and Maharashtra in India. In such a situation, people were advised to consume milk after boiling it properly. This will help prevent the transmission of the virus to humans.
A review regarding seasonal flu was conducted under the chairmanship of the Director General of Central Health Dr. Atul Goyal, in which ICMR senior officials and scientists were present apart from the affected countries. Both types of influenza H5N1 and H1N1 were discussed at the meeting. Both these viruses are part of a family and H1N1 infection has been confirmed in ducks in three districts of Kerala. If we talk about India, the peak of this virus is seen at least twice a year. The first peak occurs from January to March and the second after monsoon.
