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Bird Flu (cont.)

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When to Seek Medical Care

For any flu-like illness, call your doctor as soon as possible to see if an antiviral medication should be taken. The medication may shorten the course of the illness or lessen the symptoms. Mention any contact with sick or dead poultry or recent travel to an area affected by bird flu.

For travelers to one of the affected countries where bird flu has been observed, see a doctor immediately if a respiratory illness with fever develops.

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