Avian Influenza

Specialists explain how to protect yourself from Avian Influenza

Published in TB and Outbreaks Week, June 13th, 2006

News media are full of scary headlines about the H5N1 bird flu virus and the possibility that it might spread among the human population. A recent issue of the Harvard Health Letter cautions against overreacting in fear of a pandemic, but suggests some tips to protect yourself just in case:

1. Get a regular flu shot this fall. It won't protect you from bird flu, but it will reduce your risk of getting regular flu and bird flu at the same time.

2. Don't count on antiviral medications. Some experts say there is "no credible evidence" that these drugs help against bird flu, and their use may create resistant strains.

3. Wash...

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