Women health
*Women health>>>Flu

Avian Flu in the UK?


What is the situation with Avian Flu in the UK? Are we still at risk? Is it ok to put food out for the birds in the garden? What precautions should we take? We have a lot of birds that come into our garden - it doesn't help when I keep feeding them ! :O) However, someone has mentioned the risk of avian flu - the last thing I want to do is to put my family at risk - any advice would be appreciated. Thanks.

* Avoid domesticated birds. If possible, avoid rural areas, small farms and especially any close contact with domesticated fowl.
* Avoid open-air markets. These can be interesting places to visit, but they're often breeding grounds for disease.
* Wash your hands. This is one of the simplest and best ways to prevent infections of all kinds. When you're traveling, alcohol-based hand sanitizers containing at least 60 percent alcohol are an excellent choice. They are effective, easy to use, don't require water, and they're safe for children.
* Watch your kids. Keep a careful eye on young children, who are likely to put their hands in their mouths and who may not wash thoroughly.
* Steer clear of raw eggs. Because eggshells are often contaminated with bird droppings, avoid mayonnaise, hollandaise sauce, ice cream, and any other foods containing raw or undercooked eggs.
* Ask about a flu shot. Before traveling, ask your doctor about a flu shot. It won't protect you specifically from bird flu, but it may help reduce the risk of simultaneous infection with bird and human flu viruses.
Preparing poultry
Because heat destroys avian viruses, WHO officials don't consider cooked poultry a health threat. Even so, it's best to take precautions when handling and preparing poultry, which is often contaminated with salmonella or other harmful bacteria.
* Wash well. Carefully wash cutting boards, utensils and all surfaces that have come into contact with raw poultry in hot, soapy water. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after handling poultry and dry them with a disposable towel.
* Cook thoroughly. Cook chicken until the juices run clear, and it reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 F (74 C).

yeah i know some bird who had it.

wash your hands well, eat a healthy diet, and get plenty of rest.

Tags
Epilepsy Estrogen Fibroids Fibromyalgia Fitness Flu Caregiving Cervical Cancer Chiropractic Chlamydia
Related information
  • Avian Flu in the UK?

    * Avoid domesticated birds. If possible, avoid rural areas, small farms and especially any close contact with domesticated fowl. * Avoid open-air markets. These can be interesting places to v...

  • Can sum1 still get the flu evn if they got their flu shot?

    The simple answer is Yes. There is always that probability! sowwie =[ Hope I helped =]

    ...
  • Had flu, got better, now sore throat?

    Our whole family has been going through this for like 2 months! We get something, get antibiotics, get over it, then a few days after the antibiotic is done, we're sick again. It's to t...

  • Beechams Flu Plus Berry Flavour...?

    You would be better off having paracetamol and making your own hot honey and lemon drink

    ...
  • Can Flu Necessarily mean a HIV symptom after you had a needle accident or unsafe sex ?

    It can but it doesn't always. The only way to know for sure is to get tested. Early detection could potentially save or prolong someone's life. No assurance you get here could take the pl...

  • Bird flu real?

    Bird flu is unfortunatey very real, but the chances of us getting it are very slim. It has cost poultry growers of all types billions of dollars so the idea that somebody purposely made it is ridi...

  • Signs of flu?

    The flu generally presents itself as a very intense cold, with muscle aches/weakness, fever, and other symptoms. It very well could be the flu, and if you get better over time, there's nothin...

  • Has anyone had the new flu virus in the uk?

    Had the Flu virus few months ago. Went through the same-initially--started to improve after a few weeks--however I contracted bad chest --had to go on antibiotics Suggest you go back to your doctor...

  •    

    Health Categories--Copyright/IP Policy--Contact Webmaster
    The information on whfhhc.com is provided for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions.