What type of pathogen is responsible for epidemics and pandemics

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Biology

Trinity Delgado

13 November, 16:44

What type of pathogen is responsible for epidemics and pandemics

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Adalynn Walters · Answer 1

Typically viruses, for example avian influenza (bird flu).

Sullivan · Answer 2

All birds are thought to be susceptible to infection with avian influenza viruses; certain avian influenza viruses (H5 and H7) may cause lethal outbreaks in poultry. Humans can occasionally be infected with avian influenza A viruses (10).