China - China National Influenza Center: Report of 1 human H5N6 avian flu case in Chongqing City - August 18, 2023

[sharon sanders]

In the 32nd week, Chongqing City reported a case of human infection with H5N6 avian influenza, and Sichuan Province reported a case of human infection with H9 subtype avian influenza.


https://ivdc.chinacdc.cn/cnic/zyzx/lgzb/202308/P020230817363955051956.pdf

 

[sharon sanders]

Please see:

FluTrackers Global H5N6 Cumulative Case List​

 

[Shiloh]

China - CHP closely monitors human case of avian influenza A(H5N6) on Mainland - 68 yr. old male in Chongqing

Source: https://www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/202309/27/P2023092700521.htm


CHP closely monitors human case of avian influenza A(H5N6) on Mainland
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The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health is today (September 27) closely monitoring a human case of avian influenza A(H5N6) in the Mainland, and again urged the public to maintain strict personal, food and environmental hygiene both locally and during travel.

The case involves a 68-year-old male living in Chongqing, who had exposure to live domestic poultry before the onset of symptoms. He developed symptoms on August 5 and was admitted for treatment on August 10. He passed away on August 20.

From 2014 to date, 87 human cases of avian influenza A(H5N6) have been reported by Mainland health authorities.​..

...Ends/Wednesday, September 27, 2023​