The Federal Government on Friday alerted Nigerians to the outbreak of Avian Influenza or bird flu in the Federal Capital Territory and seven states of the country.
Gideon Mshelbwala, the Director of Veterinary and Pest Control Services, Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, listed the states affected by the outbreak to include Bauchi, Kano, Katsina, Nasarawa, Plateau, FCT and Kaduna, which reported a case on May 30.
Premium Times has compiled some of the things people need to know to help prevent the spread and reduce the epidemic outbreak of the disease.
1. Avoid wild and domesticated birds, especially birds that appear ill or dead.
2. Cook poultry food thoroughly until the juice are clear with a minimum internal temperature of 74 degrees (165 F), heat kills avian viruses.
3. Wash your hands with alcohol based hand sanitizer containing at least 60…
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Exposing the Big Game 
We don’t need to eat animal products. Choosing a plant-based lifestyle is a sure way to steer clear of any disease. It’s a very wise choice, especially in this day and age.