H5N1 avian influenza: Global threats, local preparedness and key risk groups

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H5N1 avian influenza: Global threats, local preparedness and key risk groups

Expert/s: Prof Adrian Esterman

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H5N1 is a highly pathogenic avian flu affecting birds globally, with a higher mortality rate than COVID-19 but limited human-to-human spread
Australia is the only continent without H5N1 cases, with strong pandemic preparedness, including antivirals and vaccine stockpiles
At-risk groups include poultry workers and dairy farmers; exposed individuals should be tested, treated with antivirals, and reported to authorities
Symptoms include respiratory and early GI issues; conjunctivitis has been common in U.S. dairy workers
Australia’s new CDC has improved outbreak notification systems, using lessons learned from COVID-19

Experts: Prof Adrian Esterman, Epidemiologist and Biostatistician

Host: Dr David Lim, GP and Medical Educator

Total time: 27 mins

Last Updated: 29 Apr, 2025

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