5 Ways To Protect Yourself From H5N1 Virus: Signs And Symptoms

May 03, 2025 N. Lothungbeni Humtsoe

Raw milk Avoid drinking raw milk, especially from infected animals. Source: Pexels

Wear PPE The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) if you need to come into close contact with infected patients or animals. Source: Pexels

Prioritize hygiene Practice good hygiene by washing hands and disinfecting surfaces contaminated by Avian influenza A virus. Source: Pexels

Avoid animals & humans infected by H5N1 Reports indicate that the Avian Influenza A virus spreads through close, unprotected, and prolonged contact with infected animals and people. Source: Pexels

Poultry & eggs Ensure to cook poultry and eggs thoroughly. Source: Pexels

Signs and symptoms Cough Fatigue Headaches Sore throat Sunny or stuff nose Muscle or body aches Eye redness (conjunctivitis) Source: Pexels

Cont... Pneumonia requiring hospitalization Mild flu-like upper respiratory symptoms Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing Fever (temperature of 100ºF [37.8ºC] or greater) or feeling feverish Less common signs and symptoms include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or seizures Source: Pexels