high risk
Influenza A (H7N9)
Avian flu H7N9
When to seek urgent care: Emergency care for severe respiratory symptoms
Key facts
Family
Orthomyxoviridae
Type
RNA virus
Severity
High
Incubation
2-8 days
Vaccine
In development
Est. cases tracked
2,239
Symptoms
FeverCoughPneumoniaRespiratory failure
Transmission
Contact with infected poultry
Prevention
Avoid live poultry marketsHand hygiene
Treatment
Antivirals; supportive care
Related viruses (same family)
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