sporadic human infections

What Is H9 Virus?

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Avian Influenza A (H9) Viruses A(H9N2) virus has been detected in bird populations in Asia, Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Sporadic avian influenza A(H9N2) virus infections have been reported in people with mild upper respiratory tract illness, although some infections have resulted in death. What are the types of influenza? There are four types … Read more

Is Influenza A The Same As H5N1?

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Similarly, an “A(H5N1)” virus has an HA 5 protein and an NA 1 protein All known subtypes of influenza A viruses can infect birds, except subtypes A(H17N10) and A(H18N11), which have only been found in bats. Only two influenza A virus subtypes A(H1N1)pdm09, and A(H3N2), are currently circulating among people. What is influenza A H5N1? … Read more