Introduction of Eurasian-Origin Influenza A(H8N4) Virus into North America by Migratory Birds.
Emerg Infect Dis
; 24(10): 1950-1953, 2018 10.
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ABSTRACT
We identified a Eurasian-origin influenza A(H8N4) virus in North America by sampling wild birds in western Alaska, USA. Evidence for repeated introductions of influenza A viruses into North America by migratory birds suggests that intercontinental dispersal might not be exceedingly rare and that our understanding of viral establishment is incomplete.
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Assunto principal:
Vírus da Influenza A
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Aves
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Migração Animal
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Influenza Aviária
Limite:
Animals
País como assunto:
America do norte
Idioma:
En
Ano de publicação:
2018
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Article