But there is no evidence of transmission between humans, says UK Health Security Agency
Two poultry workers employed by the same farm in the UK have become infected with bird flu (H5) virus. Neither showed any symptoms and have since tested negative.
Investigations are under way and precautionary contract tracing is being carried out.
One worker is thought to have had contamination of the nose and/or throat from material inhaled on the infected farm. The infection of the second worker is still being investigated.
We have detected the avian influenza virus in 2 poultry workers, these potential cases have been found following the introduction of an asymptomatic testing programme for people who have been in contact with infected birds.
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— UK Health Security Agency (@UKHSA) May 16, 2023
Professor Susan Hopkins, Chief Medical Advisor at UKHSA, said:
“Current evidence suggests that the avian influenza viruses we’re seeing circulating in birds around the world do not spread easily to people. However, we know already that the virus can spread to people following close contact with…
