Increased number of human cases of influenza virus A(H5N1) infection, Egypt, 2014–15
Emerging Infectious Diseases, Volume 21, No. 12, Year 2015
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During November 2014–April 2015, a total of 165 case-patients with influenza virus A(H5N1) infection, including 6 clusters and 51 deaths, were identified in Egypt. Among infected persons, 99% reported poultry exposure: 19% to ill poultry and 35% to dead poultry. Only 1 person reported wearing personal protective equipment while working with poultry.