Bird Flu Center

North America has also been so far spared of the deadly virus. Spreading as wide as an entire continent, the United States do however have the advantage of being able to provide enough financial support for the prevention effort and benefit from a population with a high level of awareness. The U.S.A hold a great responsibility as they administer Alaska, a territory situated on the wild birds’ main migratory path from Asia. Funds have been directed by federal and state authorities towards projects meant to study the virus, its spread and development, and to closely monitor waterfowl for possible occurrences of the virus.

Also, in states and counties across the country, local officials, coordinated by national institutions are organizing workshops and training seminars to inform and prepare both the population and health staff for the case of an avian flu pandemic. The United States have also greatly contributed to the international effort to combat the disease, providing financial aid for many countries, sending medical equipment and specific drugs to those in need, while U.S. scientists are bringing their contribution to researching and developing a vaccine for the virus.