Avian Influenza Viruses in Humans Lessons from Past Outbreaks

This article discusses clinical presentation of avian influenza infection, species barriers, susceptibility, and risk factors for human infection. It also contains information on zoonotic avian influenza A viruses, and details on specific subtypes. The authors discuss pandemic mitigation strategies such as close World Health Organization monitoring of select strains, vaccination, antiviral drugs, and the limitations of these measures.