The wide spread of bird flu in the United States is alarming, and the WHO chief is concerned about the virus and its speed of spread.

No study shows how people can spread or contact this virus. H5N1 flu originated from birds and has become a challenge to wildfowl. Most recently, mammals have also tested positive for the flu, which means that the virus is also developing in humans.

The fast rise in cases of the virus infecting mammals is concerning, as it is prone to developing human-to-human transmission.

Precautions, such as vaccines and other diagnostic measures, are advisable to prevent humans from contracting this virus. This virus can be contracted through animals, as it doesn’t spread from humans to humans.

The virus can be very deadly and harmful, and according to the researchers, it has been reported that the death cases due to this virus is about 463 across different countries.

However, the study also shows that the higher the chance of the virus spreading among animals, the higher the risk for humans to get infected. This is so because humans often come in contact with animals.

The bird flu virus can kill once it gets into the body system. It is a dangerous disease that should be avoided by all means. The study has yet to determine how the virus affects people in general.

Dr Richard Webby, WHO director, stated that the disease scares him and should not be seen in humans.

Bird flu is now very active and spreading more rapidly than it was before. Mammals are getting infected with the virus more often than they did 25 years ago.

Also, scientists are constantly monitoring and analyzing ways to reduce the spread of these infections.

Some facts about the spread of this virus have yet to be identified. Moreover, the researchers do not know how the virus is infected among cattle. It is speculated that it is transmitted through the environment or the cattle’s milking process.

Webby stated that the virus’s transmission from cows has not been confirmed or identified.

The virus has been reported to spread across some parts of the United States. Michigan, Texas, North California, and some other parts of the US were stated to be infected.

The situation is being handled and monitored carefully by the public health sector as the current risk to the public is said to be low.

Safety measures should be taken against the contagious virus. People should avoid direct contact with infected or suspected infected animals or birds as much as possible. Observing infected animals should be done from afar to avoid getting infected with the virus.

The use of protection should be strictly enforced if there is a need to have direct contact with suspected birds or animals.

As a bird owner, avoid touching any part of your body, especially your face, after having direct contact with the birds to reduce the chance of getting infected.

Surfaces should be disinfected at all times. Waste products like mucus or feces from birds should be avoided, as they are likely to infect you with the virus.

According to the research, it is rare for humans to contract bird flu, as the death rate is high. Once the virus gets infected in the human body, there is a high chance of dying.

According to WHO, the virus has spread across countries. The organization has confirmed the infection in humans. Also, the death rate recorded regarding this virus is higher than the survival rate.

Public and Federal health officials assure the masses that the safety of the food supply will be guaranteed. Milk is one of the commercial foods prone to the virus, and it is advised to avoid the consumption of unpasteurized milk as this may include pathogens.

The officials value the general public’s health, and every protective measure is necessary and must be taken.

Bird owners should take biosecurity precautions seriously. They must protect against the virus and scare away wild birds by creating barriers that prevent them from accessing their nests.

Feeds should be kept safe for bird consumption and prevented from access to infected predators. This reduces the risk of infecting humans.

The environment should be kept clean and protected, facilities should be maintained, and adequate sanitation should be taken. Waste disposal should be sorted so as not to attract wild birds, causing them to infect the surroundings and other animals.

Ponds, barns, and other farm structures should be in good condition to reduce the risk of bird flu.