Food Safety

Research on Avian Flu

Question : How is the disease transmitted to humans?

Answer : The virus is transmitted to humans through close contact with infected chickens. Transmission occurs through inhalation of droplets of nasal and respiratory secretions from the infected chickens when they cough or sneeze as well as inhalation of dried faecal matter.

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Consumption of Poultry and Poultry Products

Question : Is it safe to eat poultry and eggs?

Answer : Yes, the poultry and eggs available in the market are safe to eat. Bird flu is transmitted to humans through close contact with infected live poultry. There is no evidence that bird flu can be spread to humans through the consumption of poultry and eggs.

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Question : Is it safe to consume canned poultry products and chicken essence?

Answer : It is safe to consume canned poultry products and chicken essence. There is no evidence that bird flu can be transmitted to humans through the consumption of poultry and eggs. Moreover, all canned products undergo a heat treatment process that effectively destroys any viruses.

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Question : Is it safe to handle raw poultry?

Answer : Yes, it is safe to handle raw poultry. Bird flu is transmitted to humans through close contact with infected live poultry. However, you should practice general food safety precautions such as separating raw from cooked food to avoid cross contamination which can cause food poisoning.

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Question : Are there guidelines to cooking poultry?

Answer : Consumers are advised to cook poultry meat thoroughly. Thorough cooking helps to kill any germs present in food.

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Question : Are there guidelines to cooking poultry?

Answer : Consumers are advised to eat food that is well-cooked. Thorough cooking helps to kill any harmful germs present. The eating of any raw or semi-cooked food, including eggs, comes with an inherent food safety risk.


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