Hyderabad: Doctors and public health experts raised concerns about the state’s poultry treatment practices after a two-year-old girl from Andhra Pradesh died, after allegedly consuming raw chickens a few weeks ago.
Telangana’s public health department has confirmed that there are no human H5N1 cases in the state (highly pathogenic avian flu). “We are following the Center’s guidelines. Active surveillance was conducted within a three-km radius of the outbreak, while passive surveillance covers up to seven kilometers. Poultry farmers are tested in the outbreak zone,” said the director of public health, which is underway in the outbreak zone. ”
The animal husbandry department reported that about 2 million birds were eliminated.
“We have identified four affected areas – in Yadadri Bhuvanagiri, one in the Nalgonda and Rangareddy areas. All birds in the radius of these sites have been seized. In addition, we are closely monitoring the unusual bird mortality rate. The sample has been sent to Bhopal and may have been accepted for 48 hours in 48 hours,” a senior official, a family.
The official further advised people not to eat raw meat and eggs.
Although thousands of birds were eliminated, we have been tested and isolated people in any necessary process. We have educated poultry farmers. Farmers educate on safety measures, including biosafety programs, such as restricting access to farm farms, contacting wild or stray animals, contacting vaccines, and carrying out vaccines, and conducting appropriate behaviors in breeders. The movement of poultry from other states, especially Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Karnataka remains restricted, officials added. ”
Choutuppal, Chityal and Abdullahpurmet have been identified as hot spots, but officials assured that preventive measures have spread further. These areas follow the Vijayawada route.
Infectious disease expert Dr. Suneetha Nareddy stressed the importance of early detection and monitoring in managing avian influenza.
“Tests are direct – genotype tests such as virus panels can confirm infection, while treatment with oseltamivir usually produces positive results. Although bird flu vaccines are not widely available, infected poultry remain the main control measure. The virus is mainly transmitted through inhalation or direct contact with humans – – Moore-Moore-Rare transmission, mainly from birds to humans, and illustrates the spread of birds.
She added that the government must prioritize poultry surveillance, regular testing and public health awareness.
“Reporting sick birds is crucial despite economic concerns. Proper handling of obsolete birds, hand-hygiene and thoroughly cooked poultry can minimize risk. Although large-scale outbreaks are unlikely without mutations, proactive monitoring can prevent potential crises. The curriculum caused from past pandemics is clear – early intervention reduces long-term effects.
Symptoms of bird flu:
Symptoms are similar to any other flu infection. They include fever, cough, cold, runny nose, vomiting, and pain. In the worst case, the lungs may have acute respiratory distress syndrome.
