Q. With reference to the Bird Flu, consider the following statements;:
1.All avian influenza viruses infect humans.
2.There is no vaccine against H5N1.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] .2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: B
Notes:

Statement 1 is incorrect: Most avian influenza viruses do not infect humans, however, some, such as A(H5N1) and A(H7N9), have caused serious infections in people.

Statement 2 is correct: There is no vaccine against H5N1.

Source: Indian Express

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