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Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) 2026: Symptoms, Transmission, Food Safety & UK Guidance

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Quick Answer (TL;DR)

H5N1 bird flu: human risk VERY LOW. Food supply safe (cook poultry/eggs to 70°C). UKHSA/DEFRA surveillance active. No human-to-human transmission.

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