The United States has notified the World Health Organization that it has found first case human infection by A New Variation of Influenza A (H1N2) Virusdetermined in Michigan,
According to information from the World Health Organization and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the case under 18did not require hospitalization and is recovering.
An investigation by local public health officials found that a patient’s exposure to pigs at an agricultural fair was the likely vector of infection. at present, No evidence of “sustained transmission” from one person to another.
Fever, cough, sore throat, muscle aches, headache, shortness of breath, diarrhea, nausea, dizziness, and drowsiness have occurred in minors. On July 29, he went to the emergency room, and on July 30 an upper respiratory sample was obtained. The sample tested positive for influenza A virus. the same day. On August 1, he received antiviral treatment for influenza (oseltamivir).
This is the first case of H1N2 influenza virus infection found in the United States this year.512 cases of infection since 2005 A variant virus Influenza (all subtypes), including 37 (US human infection with influenza A(H1N2) virus).
The A(H1N2) swine influenza virus circulates in swine populations in many parts of the world. Human infection usually results from direct or indirect contact with pigs or a contaminated environment. Important antigenic and genetic differences may exist between seasonal influenza viruses circulating in the global human population and influenza viruses normally circulating in pigs.
Nonseasonal or zoonotic influenza viruses that infect humans can cause the following diseases: Mild conjunctivitis to severe pneumonia and even death; these zoonotic influenza infections are usually acquired through direct contact with infected animals or contaminated environments.
The World Health Organization clarified in a statement that the case did not modify current recommendations on public health measures and seasonal influenza surveillance. That is to say, Special screening and restrictions on travelers at points of entry not recommended Current status of influenza viruses at the human-animal interface.
anyway, yes It is recommended to avoid contact with animals that become ill or die from unknown causes, Include wild animals and report wild bird and mammal deaths, or request removal by contacting local wildlife or veterinary authorities.
WHO advises travelers to countries with known animal flu outbreaks Avoid farms, contact with animals at live animal markets, enter areas where animals may be slaughtered, or touch any surface that may be contaminated with animal waste. Travelers should also wash their hands frequently with soap and water.