noun
- a bacterial infection that can be transmitted from birds to humans, causing flu-like symptoms
Usage: medical
Examples
- The veterinarian diagnosed the parrot with ornithosis after conducting blood tests.
- Pet store workers are at higher risk of contracting ornithosis from infected birds.
- Ornithosis symptoms include fever, headache, and respiratory problems.
- The outbreak of ornithosis was traced back to a contaminated bird shipment.
- Antibiotics are typically used to treat ornithosis in both birds and humans.
- Bird handlers should wear protective equipment to prevent ornithosis transmission.