In Sagaing Division, it has been reported that six family members of medical doctors have contracted H1N1.
Tag: Bird flu
H1N1 death toll rises to 13 in Burma
Health officials in Burma have sought to calm fears among the public over the outbreak of H1N1, also known as swine flu.
10 dead from H1N1, but Burma’s authorities say public is safe
Meanwhile, in Mandalay, the annual Taung Pyone festival has been called off due to fears of spreading the virus.
Bird flu scare prompts chicken vendor inspections
Government veterinarians and other officials inspected markets in Sagaing Division as a measure to prevent the spread of avian influence in the wake of a recent outbreak.
Interview: 'Avoid eating chicken or eggs as much as possible'
Sagaing Chief Minister Dr. Myint Naing speaks to DVB about the recent outbreak of bird flu and his government’s efforts to contain it.
Human bird flu case confirmed in Shan state
Dec 17, 2007 (DVB), The Burmese Ministry of Health has confirmed the first case of human infection with bird flu in the country, according to the World Health Organisation. Tests…