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H5N1 Bird Flu Jumps to Cattle in U.S., Raising Pandemic Fears
H5N1 bird flu has spread from poultry to cattle in the U.S. for the first time, infecting over 1,000 dairy herds and 70 people (one death), raising concerns about a potential pandemic due to the virus's ability to adapt and spread among mammals.
H5N1 Bird Flu Jumps to Cattle in U.S., Raising Pandemic Fears
H5N1 bird flu has spread from poultry to cattle in the U.S. for the first time, infecting over 1,000 dairy herds and 70 people (one death), raising concerns about a potential pandemic due to the virus's ability to adapt and spread among mammals.
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Mexico Confirms First Human Case of H5N1 Avian Influenza
Mexico confirms its first human case of H5N1 avian influenza in a three-year-old child in Durango, raising global health concerns due to the virus's high mortality rate in birds and potential for human-to-human transmission; this follows prior outbreaks and economic impacts on poultry industries.
Mexico Confirms First Human Case of H5N1 Avian Influenza
Mexico confirms its first human case of H5N1 avian influenza in a three-year-old child in Durango, raising global health concerns due to the virus's high mortality rate in birds and potential for human-to-human transmission; this follows prior outbreaks and economic impacts on poultry industries.
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First H5N1 Case in Sheep Sparks Global Pandemic Alert
A sheep in northern England tested positive for H5N1 bird flu—a global first—raising pandemic concerns, as the virus shows increased ability to jump between species and has already affected a British farmer and caused a death in the US.
First H5N1 Case in Sheep Sparks Global Pandemic Alert
A sheep in northern England tested positive for H5N1 bird flu—a global first—raising pandemic concerns, as the virus shows increased ability to jump between species and has already affected a British farmer and caused a death in the US.
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Massive US Avian Flu Outbreak: 170 Million Birds Culled, Human Infections Confirmed
The US is battling its largest avian flu outbreak, with over 12,500 wild bird cases and 170 million poultry culled; the H5N1 virus has also infected nearly 1,000 cattle herds across 17 states, resulting in 70 human infections and one death. This has led to egg and poultry price increases and shortag...
Massive US Avian Flu Outbreak: 170 Million Birds Culled, Human Infections Confirmed
The US is battling its largest avian flu outbreak, with over 12,500 wild bird cases and 170 million poultry culled; the H5N1 virus has also infected nearly 1,000 cattle herds across 17 states, resulting in 70 human infections and one death. This has led to egg and poultry price increases and shortag...
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Baloxavir Shows Superior Efficacy Against Avian Influenza H5N1 in Mice
A study found baloxavir's superior efficacy against avian influenza H5N1 in mice compared to oseltamivir, except via contaminated milk, highlighting its potential role in pandemic preparedness due to different antiviral mechanisms and various infection routes.
Baloxavir Shows Superior Efficacy Against Avian Influenza H5N1 in Mice
A study found baloxavir's superior efficacy against avian influenza H5N1 in mice compared to oseltamivir, except via contaminated milk, highlighting its potential role in pandemic preparedness due to different antiviral mechanisms and various infection routes.
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Bird Flu Outbreak Drives 10% Egg Price Surge
Egg prices jumped over 10% from January to February 2024, reaching $5.90 per dozen, because of a bird flu outbreak affecting 30.3 million birds across nine states and causing some grocery stores to limit purchases; the situation has become politicized as the current administration faces criticism.
Bird Flu Outbreak Drives 10% Egg Price Surge
Egg prices jumped over 10% from January to February 2024, reaching $5.90 per dozen, because of a bird flu outbreak affecting 30.3 million birds across nine states and causing some grocery stores to limit purchases; the situation has become politicized as the current administration faces criticism.
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First Avian Influenza H5N1 Death in Mexico: Three-Year-Old Girl Dies
A three-year-old girl in Mexico died from avian influenza H5N1, the first human fatality in the country. The girl was hospitalized in Torreón, Coahuila, on April 1st and died on April 11th. Authorities are investigating potential exposure to infected poultry or pets, and no further cases have been r...
First Avian Influenza H5N1 Death in Mexico: Three-Year-Old Girl Dies
A three-year-old girl in Mexico died from avian influenza H5N1, the first human fatality in the country. The girl was hospitalized in Torreón, Coahuila, on April 1st and died on April 11th. Authorities are investigating potential exposure to infected poultry or pets, and no further cases have been r...
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First Human Case of Avian Influenza A(H5N1) Confirmed in Mexico
Mexico confirmed its first human case of avian influenza A(H5N1) on April 1st in a three-year-old girl from Durango, currently hospitalized in Torreón, Coahuila, with a severe condition; the WHO has been notified, and this isolated case is not believed to involve human-to-human transmission.
First Human Case of Avian Influenza A(H5N1) Confirmed in Mexico
Mexico confirmed its first human case of avian influenza A(H5N1) on April 1st in a three-year-old girl from Durango, currently hospitalized in Torreón, Coahuila, with a severe condition; the WHO has been notified, and this isolated case is not believed to involve human-to-human transmission.
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First Bird Flu Case in Sheep Confirmed in U.K., Raising Pandemic Concerns
The U.K. reported its first bird flu case in a sheep on a Yorkshire farm, which had previously confirmed bird flu in birds; the infected ewe was culled, and human risk remains low, though the virus's adaptability raises concerns.
First Bird Flu Case in Sheep Confirmed in U.K., Raising Pandemic Concerns
The U.K. reported its first bird flu case in a sheep on a Yorkshire farm, which had previously confirmed bird flu in birds; the infected ewe was culled, and human risk remains low, though the virus's adaptability raises concerns.
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First Case of Bird Flu in Sheep Confirmed in England
A sheep in Yorkshire, England, tested positive for avian influenza (H5N1), prompting the culling of the animal and increased biosecurity measures, while officials stress low risk to the wider livestock and public.
First Case of Bird Flu in Sheep Confirmed in England
A sheep in Yorkshire, England, tested positive for avian influenza (H5N1), prompting the culling of the animal and increased biosecurity measures, while officials stress low risk to the wider livestock and public.
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Raw Milk Cheese May Harbor Bird Flu Virus for Months
Cornell University research reveals that raw milk cheese from bird-flu infected dairy cattle can harbor the infectious H5N1 virus for months, contradicting previous assumptions about aging's safety and prompting calls for increased consumer caution and improved regulations.
Raw Milk Cheese May Harbor Bird Flu Virus for Months
Cornell University research reveals that raw milk cheese from bird-flu infected dairy cattle can harbor the infectious H5N1 virus for months, contradicting previous assumptions about aging's safety and prompting calls for increased consumer caution and improved regulations.
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COVID-19's Lingering Impact: Successes and Failures Five Years On
The fifth anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic reveals both successes, like rapid vaccine development, and failures, such as decreased global health funding and the resurgence of preventable diseases due to misinformation campaigns.
COVID-19's Lingering Impact: Successes and Failures Five Years On
The fifth anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic reveals both successes, like rapid vaccine development, and failures, such as decreased global health funding and the resurgence of preventable diseases due to misinformation campaigns.
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