high risk
Influenza A (H5N6)
Avian flu H5N6
When to seek urgent care: Seek urgent medical care for severe symptoms
Key facts
Family
Orthomyxoviridae
Type
RNA virus
Severity
High
Incubation
2-8 days
Vaccine
Limited
Est. cases tracked
21,060
Symptoms
FeverCoughRespiratory distress
Transmission
Contact with infected poultry
Prevention
Avoid live poultry marketsPPE for poultry workersHand hygiene
Treatment
Supportive care; symptom management
Related viruses (same family)
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