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42 Essential Questions on Avian Bird Flu

1. If the Bird Flu arrives in the U.S., over 50% of the labor force could be affected. True False

2. Less than 10% of U.S. businesses have any plans in place for protecting their workers or their production from a Bird Flu pandemic. True False

3. Even if the Bird Flu infects some humans, only a small number of infected victims will die from the virus. True False

4. The World Health Organization has estimated that the projected number of fatalities from the Bird Flu is over 2 Million people. True False

5. Nobody has ever died from the Bird Flu. True False

6. The World Health Organization has stated that it is fully prepared for a possible Bird Flu pandemic. True False

7. When was the last major flu pandemic? 1900 1918 1950 1968

8. What causes the flu to be called a pandemic? Virus that spreads in different countries Based on a newly emerging flu virus A more severe flu bug None of the above

9. There is no concern about a so-called avian, or bird flu pandemic because the virus cannot spread from animals to humans. True False

10. Which medications are effective for the prevention or treatment of the avian flu? Prescription drugs like Tamiflu and Relenza Flu vaccine Over-the-counter cold medications All of the above

11. Which strain of flu is responsible for more deaths in the United States? Hong Kong flu pandemic Avian flu Typical flu outbreak 20 years ago Seasonal flu outbreak expected this year

12. There is now a bird flu vaccine available for humans, so it is possible for all of us to be vaccinated against a flu pandemic that may originate from the bird flu. True False

13. People are safe from the pandemic if they don't touch or go near any bird. True False

14. Tamiflu is a good bird flu vaccine. True False

15. Relenza is a good bird flu vaccine. True False

16. The U.S. government has told its citizens to stockpile food and medicines to prepare for a possible pandemic. True False

17. If the pandemic hits, it is certain that half of the people who may become infected may die. True False

18. After mishandling the aftermath of Katrina, the U.S. government has learned its lesson and will better help victims of any pandemic. True False

19. If you are young and healthy, there is little for you to worry about as far as contracting a pandemic illness. True False

20. During a pandemic, there may be shortage of food, medicine, and other products because the people who provide us with those items may be sick and the process will be interupted. True False

21. It is possible to avoid (a potential) bird flu pandemic infection by taking a combination of certain vitamins or using natural remedies. True False

22. What is bird flu? A bird that has the flu. A disease that is in birds. A transmittable disease that can be transferred from bird to human. All of the above. None of the above.

23. How do you get bird flu? By eating a bird. By handling birds. By having a bird as a pet By using transportation to get birds to one place to another. By cleaning bird droppings.

24. What is one way you can prevent yourself from getting Bird Flu. Explain. Make sure you don't go to an infected country. Make sure you wear protective gloves and masks when handling live birds. This is one way to prevent from getting bird flu. Get your flu shots. All of the above.

25. If you noticed that you had the bird flu would you go straight to the doctor or would you forget about? Explain why or why not. Would you forget about it? Talk to a doctor. Get your flu shots. None of the above.

26. What birds would people think to MOST likely get bird flu? Robins, parrots and parakeets Pigeons, penguins and blue jays Chickens, Flamingos and ducks Chickens, woodpeckers and ostriches

27. Which continents already have bird flu? U.S.A, Africa and Antarctica U.S.A, Asia and Australia Asia, Africa and Europe South America, Asia and Africa

28. The current Avian Flu Virus first appeared in East Asia South Asia Middle East

29. Avian Flu is most commonly spread by Humans Pigs Birds

30. When was Avian Flu first identified? Mid-1800s Late 1800s Early 1900s

31. How much does the World Bank estimate that countries need to combat Avian Flu in animals and to deal with the threat of human flu pandemic? US $350–550 Million US $650–850 Million US $1.2–1.4 Billion

32. Are pandemic flu (influenza) and avian (bird) flu the same virus? Yes No

33. Could avian flu eventually change to pandemic influenza? Yes No

34. Has the avian flu that is killing people in Asia has been found in the United States? Yes No

35. Is there a vaccine available for Pandemic Influenza? Yes No

36. Is it important to get an annual flu shot? Yes No

37. When washing hands, is it best to use soap and water and wash for at least 20 seconds? Yes No

38. I can get Avian Flu by eating chicken and chicken products Yes No

39. The Avian Flu is a bigger risk to the US than this year's influenza season. Yes No

40. The antiviral drug every country is stockpiling (Tamiflu & Relinza) will be used to cure people & stop the spread of the Avian Flu. Yes No

41. The Avian Flu is predicted to effect what percentage of the population? 10% 25% 50%

42. Just like the annual flu season occurs in the winter time, a pandemic flu can only break out in the winter time. Yes No