At the same time, infection with this strain of a large number of people is unlikely.
Chinese authorities say first case of human infection with strain avian influenza virus H3N8. However, health authorities said that the probability of spreading the strain among a large number of people is low, according to Reuters.
The new strain infected a four-year-old boy from Henan province. Symptoms, including fever, appeared on April 5. The child came into contact with chickens and crows at home, according to the National Health Commission of China.
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The H3N8 strain is common in horses and dogs, and seals have also been reported in seals. Cases of human infection with the strain have not been recorded before.
Analysis of the complete genome of the virus found in humans has shown that it is a reassortant (mixing genetic material that leads to new combinations – ed.) With the genes of viruses that previously found in wild and domestic birds.
Scientists will continue to monitor the virus.
In the fall, China reported 21 cases of H5N6 influenza strain to the World Health Organization. 2021 . Six deaths have been reported in the country.
