Horses may be a source of bird flu – scientists

Researchers from the University of Glasgow have discovered that horses may be new potential carriers of bird flu. This conclusion was reached after analyzing the blood of horses living in Mongolia, which revealed antibodies to the bird flu virus. The lead author of the study, Professor Pablo Murcia, has highlighted the serious risk this poses to humans due to the close contact between horses and people. The study aims to expand understanding of the transmission routes of the bird flu virus.

Researchers from the University of Glasgow (UK) have found that horses may be new potential carriers of bird flu. This is stated in their study, which is cited by Sky News. According to them, these animals may be highly vulnerable to the corresponding virus. They came to this conclusion after analyzing the blood of horses living in Mongolia. The location for the study was chosen as the most popular habitat. Scientists discovered that these animals had antibodies to the bird flu virus. This became a signal that they could be carriers of the disease. The lead author of the study, Professor Pablo Murcia, noted that these facts indicate a serious risk from horses to people. According to him, their constant interaction increases the risk of infection for the latter. According to ...