Should people continue to eat poultry and their products during the avian influenza outbreak?

There is no scientific evidence that bird flu is food borne. Proper cooking will destroy the avian influenza virus. Provided it is properly cooked and prepared in a hygienic way, poultry products are safe to eat.

The consumption of raw poultry or eggs should be avoided, because apart from the uncertain risk of avian influenza, it could also lead to other food borne infections.

Food hygiene, which includes thorough and frequent washing of hands as well as prevention of cross contamination throughout the poultry handling and cooking process, can reduce the risk of infection.

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