Tag: Influenza Viruses

December 2, 2025 / mohammed looti

Avian Flu: Symptoms, Prevention & Treatment

Definition and Classification of Avian Influenza Viruses Avian Influenza (AI) refers to diseases caused by infection with Type A influenza viruses that naturally circulate among wild aquatic birds worldwide. These viruses belong to the family Orthomyxoviridae, possessing a segmented, single-stranded RNA genome enveloped by a lipid bilayer. The classification and nomenclature of these viruses are […]

November 20, 2025 / mohammed looti

Human Avian Influenza: Attitudes, Risks & Prevention

Introduction to Human Avian Influenza and the Psychological Context of Attitudes The emergence and sporadic transmission of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) viruses, such as H5N1 and H7N9, pose significant global public health threats, not only due to their pandemic potential but also because of the complex psychological and behavioral responses they elicit in human […]