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Is there a vaccine or cure for avian influenza in people?

April 26, 2017avian cure Influenza people vaccine

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Is there a vaccine or cure for avian influenza in people?

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There is currently no vaccine available to protect people from avian influenza. The human influenza vaccine will not offer protection against avian influenza. A vaccine was developed for the 1997 H5N1 avian influenza; unfortunately, the virus has changed considerably since then and that vaccine is not recommended for use against the current strain. Nevertheless, it is a good idea to follow the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regarding flu shots. Please consult a medical professional or your local health department for more information regarding recommended vaccinations.