The first confirmed, severe human case of bird flu is here
The patient was not infected via work at a poultry or cattle facility, but rather at their own home. They had exposure to sick and dead birds in a backyard poultry flock, according to the health agency. This marks the first confirmed human case of avian influenza linked to a backyard flock in the U.S., per the CDC.
California declared an emergency. How serious is bird flu?
California officials have declared a state of emergency over the spread of bird flu, which is tearing through dairy cows in that state and causing sporadic illnesses in people in the U.S.
Bird Flu: Scientist Says 'Take Precautions' After First Severe Case Report
The first severe human case of bird flu in the U.S. has been confirmed by the CDC, bringing the total number of human cases to 61.
At least 1 human case of bird flu reported in Texas in latest US outbreak, CDC says
A person in Louisiana is now hospitalized with a severe case of avian influenza, according to the CDC on Wednesday.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom declares state of emergency over bird flu, calling it a "proactive action"
California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an emergency proclamation on Wednesday in response to growing concerns over bird flu cases in the state and across the country.
What is bird flu? Three outbreaks reported in Iowa in three days
The Iowa Department of Agriculture reported three new bird flu infections. What to know about the latest bird flu news in Iowa.
What to know about bird flu symptoms as US reports first 'severe' human case
At least 61 people in the US have contracted bird flu amid outbreaks in poultry and dairy cows. What are the symptoms? What to know about highly pathogenic avian influenza, aka, H5N1.
Symptoms of deadly bird flu you need to watch out for as state of emergency declared
California announces a state of emergency after an outbreak of bird flu, H5N1 is primarily spread amongst wild birds and poultry on farms – but is now being seen in humans
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 ...
National egg shortage ahead of the holidays linked to deadly virus: What to know
While egg shortages are not unheard of around the holidays given the spike in festive baking, this year is hit particularly ...
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Raw milk could carry deadly flu viruses for days
A Stanford study shows that raw milk can harbor the flu virus for up to five days, stressing the importance of pasteurization ...
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 ...
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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 ...