Highly pathogenic avian influenza A(H5N8) outbreaks: protection and management of exposed people in Europe, 2014/15 and 2016

Euro Surveill. 2016 Dec 8;21(49):30419. doi: 10.2807/1560-7917.ES.2016.21.49.30419.

Abstract

Introduction of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus A(H5N8) into Europe prompted animal and human health experts to implement protective measures to prevent transmission to humans. We describe the situation in 2016 and list public health measures and recommendations in place. We summarise critical interfaces identified during the A(H5N1) and A(H5N8) outbreaks in 2014/15. Rapid exchange of information between the animal and human health sectors is critical for a timely, effective and efficient response.

Keywords: 2016; A(H5N8); Avian influenza; EU/EEA; infection control; outbreaks.

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Birds
  • Disease Outbreaks / prevention & control*
  • Europe / epidemiology
  • Humans
  • Influenza A Virus, H5N1 Subtype / isolation & purification
  • Influenza A Virus, H5N1 Subtype / pathogenicity
  • Influenza A Virus, H5N8 Subtype / isolation & purification*
  • Influenza A Virus, H5N8 Subtype / pathogenicity*
  • Influenza in Birds / epidemiology
  • Influenza in Birds / transmission
  • Influenza in Birds / virology*
  • Influenza, Human / epidemiology
  • Influenza, Human / transmission
  • Influenza, Human / virology*
  • Population Surveillance
  • Poultry
  • Poultry Diseases / epidemiology
  • Public Health
  • Virulence
  • Zoonoses / prevention & control*
  • Zoonoses / transmission
  • Zoonoses / virology