Novel H5N1 Variant in Nevada Dairy Cattle Raises Pandemic Concerns
A new H5N1 bird flu variant (D1.1) has infected dairy cattle in Nevada, marking a significant development as this variant previously caused a human death and severe illness in a teenager. Over 950 herds in 16 states were infected by the B3.13 variant last year.
Novel H5N1 Variant in Nevada Dairy Cattle Raises Pandemic Concerns
A new H5N1 bird flu variant (D1.1) has infected dairy cattle in Nevada, marking a significant development as this variant previously caused a human death and severe illness in a teenager. Over 950 herds in 16 states were infected by the B3.13 variant last year.
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Novel Henipavirus Discovered in Alabama Shrews
Researchers discovered Camp Hill virus, a novel henipavirus, in shrews in Alabama; its similarity to other deadly viruses like Langya and Hendra raises concerns about human transmission, necessitating further research into prevention and vaccines.
Novel Henipavirus Discovered in Alabama Shrews
Researchers discovered Camp Hill virus, a novel henipavirus, in shrews in Alabama; its similarity to other deadly viruses like Langya and Hendra raises concerns about human transmission, necessitating further research into prevention and vaccines.
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First U.S. Bird Flu Death Highlights Virus's Severity
The U.S. reported its first death from bird flu (H5N1), a patient over 65 with underlying health conditions in southwest Louisiana who had contact with backyard and wild birds; while human-to-human transmission wasn't detected, the virus showed concerning mutations.
First U.S. Bird Flu Death Highlights Virus's Severity
The U.S. reported its first death from bird flu (H5N1), a patient over 65 with underlying health conditions in southwest Louisiana who had contact with backyard and wild birds; while human-to-human transmission wasn't detected, the virus showed concerning mutations.
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First US Death from Bird Flu (H5N1) Reported in Louisiana
A Louisiana resident over 65 with underlying health conditions died from bird flu (H5N1), marking the first human death from the virus in the US and the first case linked to backyard birds, according to the Louisiana Department of Health; no evidence suggests person-to-person transmission.
First US Death from Bird Flu (H5N1) Reported in Louisiana
A Louisiana resident over 65 with underlying health conditions died from bird flu (H5N1), marking the first human death from the virus in the US and the first case linked to backyard birds, according to the Louisiana Department of Health; no evidence suggests person-to-person transmission.
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H5N1 D1.1 Avian Flu Variant Detected in US Dairy Cows
The H5N1 D1.1 avian flu variant was detected for the first time in US dairy cows in Nevada, expanding the known transmission of avian flu to cattle. This follows 957 confirmed cattle infections across 16 states, with 36 new cases in California and Nevada over the past 30 days; experts suggest that t...
H5N1 D1.1 Avian Flu Variant Detected in US Dairy Cows
The H5N1 D1.1 avian flu variant was detected for the first time in US dairy cows in Nevada, expanding the known transmission of avian flu to cattle. This follows 957 confirmed cattle infections across 16 states, with 36 new cases in California and Nevada over the past 30 days; experts suggest that t...
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U.S. Tularemia Cases Rise 56%
Cases of tularemia, a zoonotic disease caused by Francisella tularensis, have risen 56% in the U.S. between 2001 and 2022, totaling 2,462 diagnoses, likely due to improved detection methods. The bacteria is a tier-1 select agent, posing a significant threat to public health.
U.S. Tularemia Cases Rise 56%
Cases of tularemia, a zoonotic disease caused by Francisella tularensis, have risen 56% in the U.S. between 2001 and 2022, totaling 2,462 diagnoses, likely due to improved detection methods. The bacteria is a tier-1 select agent, posing a significant threat to public health.
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First US Avian Flu Death Confirmed in Louisiana
Avian flu claimed its first US life in Louisiana; a person over 65 with underlying conditions and exposure to sick birds died from the virus, which genetic analysis suggests mutated within the patient.
First US Avian Flu Death Confirmed in Louisiana
Avian flu claimed its first US life in Louisiana; a person over 65 with underlying conditions and exposure to sick birds died from the virus, which genetic analysis suggests mutated within the patient.
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H5N1 Bird Flu Spreads to Mammals, Raising Pandemic Concerns
The H5N1 bird flu, initially impacting birds, has spread to dairy cattle and pigs, raising concerns about potential human transmission and mirroring previous pandemic failures. Although the current public health risk is low, insufficient preparedness and past mistakes put the US at risk.
H5N1 Bird Flu Spreads to Mammals, Raising Pandemic Concerns
The H5N1 bird flu, initially impacting birds, has spread to dairy cattle and pigs, raising concerns about potential human transmission and mirroring previous pandemic failures. Although the current public health risk is low, insufficient preparedness and past mistakes put the US at risk.
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56% Bias Score