In a statement to El Pais newspaper, the scientist warns of the danger of the bird flu pandemic, because the virus that causes it has become able to transmit from one person to another.
He says, “There is a fear that the virus will acquire the ability to transmit from one person to another in a sustainable manner. Therefore, it could cause the spread of a new pandemic, and we must prepare to confront it.”
And he adds: Scientists are following the development of viruses and are working to devise anti-vaccines for them that will be ready upon request. But the current outbreak of bird flu is caused by a special type of virus A (H5N1).
The epidemiologist recommends vigilance and attention, especially for workers in poultry farms. He also urged not to touch dead or dying birds, as well as other animals.
The Russian virologist Anatoly Altstein had announced earlier that the bird flu virus was a serious threat. Therefore, scientists have to work hard so that it does not acquire the ability to pass from one person to another. (Russia Today)