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Preliminary rapid risk assessment of foodborne avian influenza A (H5N1) virus

Year of publication 2024

Place of publication Rome, Italy ;

Pages 2 p.

Author FAO

Publisher FAO ;

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Category Other document

Synopsis (short abstract) A rapid risk assessment indicates the likelihood of acquiring avian influenza A virus from the consumption of contaminated foods is negligible. To reduce the risk of other foodborne disease, consumers are advised drink only milk that has been pasteurized and to fully cook foods of animal origin prior to consumption.

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