With changing eating habits and the destruction of nature, a new one is added almost every day to the epidemics and viruses that plague humanity. In recent days, citizens in England have been struggling with the grip of a new virus. While the cases were increasing day by day, the statement from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) was frightening. It is recommended that people with the mentioned symptoms be tested. Here are the details of the new virus that causes panic!
HE WAS SHOWING RESPIRATORY SYMPTOMS
In the statement made by UKHSA, it was stated that A(H1N2)v virus was detected in a person with respiratory symptoms during the routine national flu screening carried out jointly with family physicians.
In the statement, it was stated that a PCR test was later performed on the patient by UKHSA and that the patient in question recovered.
“CONTACTED PEOPLE SHOULD GET TESTED”
In the statement, it was noted that studies were continuing to identify the source of the infection and that people in contact with the patient were kept under control, and recommended that people in contact with those showing respiratory symptoms should get tested.
DIFFERENT FROM OTHER Swine Flus in the World
According to the first information obtained, it was stated that the A(H1N2)v seen in England was different from other A(H1N2)vs in the world, and that it was similar to the flu found in pigs in England.
According to the statement, A(H1N2)v has been seen in a total of 50 people worldwide since 2005.
UKHSA official Meera Chand reiterated that the virus was seen in humans for the first time in England and said, “We are working quickly to follow close contacts and reduce possible spread. In accordance with the established protocols, investigations are ongoing to find out how the person acquired the infection and to evaluate whether there are other related cases.” she said.
Pointing to viruses transmitted from animals to humans, veterinarian Christine Middlemiss said, “Therefore, animal health standards and biological safety are very important. We work to protect everyone with our screening systems for animals and humans.” he said.
Middlemiss also warned farm owners and operators to contact health institutions about diseases that may occur in pig herds.
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