Health Department Issues Bird Flu Alert, Advises Caution Across Jharkhand

Ranchi, Jharkhand – The Health Department has issued an alert regarding bird flu, urging all districts to take necessary precautions. A letter has been sent to civil surgeons across the state from the National Swasthya Mission, instructing them to stay vigilant and implement preventive measures.

Bird Flu Symptoms:

Slow fever

Headache

Runny nose and nasal bleeding

Diarrhea and vomiting

Difficulty breathing

Abdominal pain

Fatigue


Precautionary Measures:

Avoid contact with dead birds

Use masks to prevent infection

Avoid consuming non-vegetarian food, especially chicken


Authorities have urged citizens to remain cautious and report any suspicious cases to healthcare officials. The Health Department is monitoring the situation closely to prevent the spread of the virus.