What to know about the bird flu outbreak as concerns about U.S. cases grow
The H5N1 strains are becoming more concerning as the first severe U.S. case has been detected and California declared a state of emergency.
Concern grows over whether bird flu could lead to a pandemic: What to know
The virus has been found in raw milk, deepening concerns about bird flu's spread. Experts discuss the symptoms and how to prevent getting sick.
Could bird flu trigger another pandemic?
The deadly bird flu variant H5N1 is spreading more widely than ever before. In March, the virus began spreading among dairy cows across the US in a first. Fifty-eight people have also tested positive in the country.
What to Know About Bird Flu and Pandemic Fears
For influenza viruses, imperfection is a strength. They constantly mutate, producing new strains that challenge immune systems primed to fight earlier varieties. That’s what makes flu a life-long threat to humans and the animal species — mainly birds — that are vulnerable to it.
'Knocking on our door': Experts warn of bird flu's pandemic threat
Health experts have been sounding the alarm about the potential pandemic threat posed by bird flu, which has been showing signs of mutating as it spreads among cows and infects people in the United States.
How America Lost Control of the Bird Flu, Raising the Specter of Another Pandemic
Far more bird flu damage is inevitable, but the extent of it will be left to the Trump administration and Mother Nature. Already, the USDA has funneled more than $1.7 billion into
How the U.S. Lost Control of Bird Flu, Setting the Stage for Another Pandemic
As the bird flu virus moved into cows and people, sluggish federal action, deference to industry and neglect for worker safety put the country at risk
Avian influenza: Bird flu spread triggers state of emergency in California
The declaration of a state of emergency in California over avian influenza comes within days of the first severe human case of bird flu in the U.S.
How serious is bird flu? A virologist weighs in
H5N1 bird flu is spreading through cows, poultry, and wild birds, causing sporadic illnesses in people across the United States.
US has first severe bird flu case. When should we start to worry?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention called it the first severe case in the U.S., though the risk to most of the public is still low.
What to Know About Bird Flu in the U.S. After CDC Announces First ‘Severe’ Human Case
Here’s what to know about the United States’ first confirmed severe case of H5N1 avian influenza—and how to protect yourself.
Bird flu in Texas: Should we be worried? Do flu shots protect us? We asked the experts.
At least 1 person in Texas contracted H5N1 bird flu after exposure to cattle. Experts worry that if the virus mutates, it ...
Bird flu update: Maps show states most affected
The bird flu outbreak has spread to all 50 states, infecting dairy cattle, poultry farms and 61 humans across the country.
Poultry to be kept indoors amid rise in bird flu
The housing order will come into force across parts of Yorkshire and the East of England from Monday.
Bird flu is reaching Arizona. Here's what to know
A global outbreak of avian flu has reached Arizona, affecting animals and humans. Officials say the public health risk ...
How do people catch bird flu?
As bird flu infections rise in dairy cattle and chickens, human cases are ticking up too, leaving many people to wonder ...