Avian influenza
Avian influenza in humans, also known as bird flu, is a type A influenza virus.
It is lethal to poultry and is potentially fatal in humans.
Bird flu spreads between wild birds, domesticated birds and poultry, it can also be passed on to humans.
Notifiable disease
Avian influenza is a notifiable disease.
Information for health professionals
| Type | Resource | Author |
|---|---|---|
| Document | Avian influenza in humans – CDNA National Guidelines for Public Health Units | Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care |
Information for the public
| Type | Resource | Author |
|---|---|---|
| Webpage | Avian influenza in humans (bird flu) | Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care |
Contact
Contact the Public Health Unit’s Centre for Disease Control.
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