date:Jan 22, 2014
mostly in live bird markets or when slaughtering birds at home. According to WHO, no sustained human-to-human transmission has occurred so far. Genetic analysis by FAO reference centers has revealed that the virus has not changed significantly since its emergence last year.
Chinese authorities are enforcing important measures to reduce the risk of human exposure to the A(H7N9) virus, said FAO Chief Veterinary Officer Juan Lubroth. This includes temporary closures of live bird markets, regular m