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In 2006, an outbreak of the bird flu virus killed 144 people around the world. This epidemic alarmed presidents and prime ministers of various countries. A global plan was mounted to prepare the world for such phenomena and similar calamity. It is important that a person gets a flu shot vaccine for protection against the virus. Following are other measures: Avoid going to crowded places. Stay away from birds suspected of carrying the disease. Wash your hands and bathe daily. If the situation calls for it, wear a N95 before heading outdoors.
Top Resources on Bird Flu and What You Can Do
- Survive-Bird-Flu.com: Bird Flu Survival Kit | Bird Flu Preparation | Bird Flu Prevention - Work | Bird Flu Prevention | Bird Flu Infection Control at Home | Bird Flu Prevention | Bird Flu Infection Control | Caring for a Bird Flu Patient | Cleaning Contaminated Areas | Managing Contaminated Laundry
- AvianInfluenza.org: Preparing for a Human, H5N1 Bird flu outbreak
- U.S. Department of Health & Human Services: Planning & Response | Global Activities
- Department of Health-Philippines: What should Local Government Officials do?
- National Geographic News: Bird Flu -- What You Can Do to Be Prepared
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About this WisdomCard
- Contributor: Martin Dela Cruz, RMT
- Reviewer: Chris Miller
- Supervised by: The OrganizedWisdom Physician Review Team
- Last update: Jul. 30, 2008
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