Telangana Government Issues Advisory After First Death Due to Bird Flu

Telangana Government Issues Advisory After First Death Due to Bird Flu

Keywords: Bird Flu, Telangana, Advisory, Prevention, Health Measures

The Telangana government has issued an advisory after the first death due to bird flu was reported in the state. The deceased, a 35-year-old man from Warangal district, had come in contact with infected birds.

Advisory Issued

The advisory issued by the Telangana Health Department includes the following preventive measures:

Avoid contact with poultry and dead birds.
Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after touching poultry or poultry products.
Cook poultry products thoroughly at a high temperature.
Avoid consuming raw or undercooked poultry products.
Avoid visiting poultry farms or areas where poultry is present.
Report any suspected cases of bird flu to the nearest veterinary or health center immediately.

Symptoms of Bird Flu

Symptoms of bird flu in humans include:

Fever
Cough
Sore throat
Muscle aches
Fatigue
Conjunctivitis
Difficulty breathing

Health Measures

The government is also taking steps to prevent the spread of bird flu, including:

Surveillance of poultry farms
Culling of infected birds
Sanitary measures in affected areas
Vaccination of poultry

Public Cooperation

The government has urged the public to cooperate with the preventive measures and to report any suspected cases promptly. By following these guidelines, the spread of bird flu can be effectively controlled and the health of the community can be protected.