Introduction to Avian Influenza in Poultry : poultry houses

Avian influenza is a virus which is found in the birds such a turkey, chickens, quails, geese and ducks throughout the world. It is a contagious disease and it was believed that this virus could infect only the birds. But there have been instances recently where a combination of swine and bird flu has been found, which are also affecting humans.

The incubation period of bird flu can range from 0 to 14 days and the symptoms of this condition are mild to severe respiratory problems which include coughing, sneezing etc. The other symptoms would include congestion and hemorrhage on… Continue reading →