Phnom Penh: The Ministry of Health said that there is one case of bird flu in a 66-year-old woman who was confirmed to be positive for the H5N1 avian influenza virus on April 21, 2026 by the National Institute of Public Health.
According to a press release from the Ministry of Health on April 22, the patient is a resident of Trapaing Thkov village, Pong Teuk commune, Romduol district, Svay Rieng province. The patient has been placed in isolation at the hospital and is receiving intensive medical care. According to the investigation, from April 2 to 13, sick and dead chickens were found in the village and the patient’s house, and they were also used for cooking.
The emergency response team of the national and sub-national Ministry of Health has been cooperating with the provincial and local agricultural departments and local authorities at all levels to actively investigate the outbreak of bird flu and respond according to technical methods and protocols, find sources of infection in both animals and humans, and search for suspected cases and contacts to prevent further transmission in the community. Tamiflu is being distributed to close contacts and a health education campaign is being conducted in the village where the incident occurred.
The Ministry of Health has once again reminded all citizens to always pay attention to bird flu because the H5N1 bird flu continues to threaten the health of our citizens. We also ask that you inform us if you have fever, cough, or shortness of breath. If you have a cough or difficulty breathing and have had contact with sick or dead poultry within 14 days before the onset of symptoms, do not go to crowded places or gatherings and seek immediate medical attention and treatment at the nearest health center or hospital. Avoid delaying treatment, as this can put you at high risk of death.
