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Age of the panzootic: scientists warn of more devastating diseases jumping between species

Experts believe H5N1 bird flu belongs in a growing category of infectious diseases that can cause pandemics across many species. But there are ways to reduce the risks

The Guardian - UK

No, we’re not ‘one mutation away’ from an H5N1 bird flu pandemic – here are the facts

In early December 2024, a group of researchers published an article in the journal Science, entitled “A single mutation in bovine influenza H5N1 hemagglutinin switches specificity to human receptors”. Some media outlets somewhat exaggeratedly took this to mean that we are one mutation away from bird flu “becoming the next…

The Conversation

Is it seasonal influenza or bird flu?

Public health experts weigh in on the current state of testing for bird flu amid rising cases of influenza A

Salon

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California Man's Cats Die After Drinking Raw Milk

Tragic incident in San Bernardino highlights risks of bird flu from contaminated raw milk, leading to pet deaths and health warnings.

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California man says two of his cats died after drinking raw milk

A third cat, Big Boy, was in hospital for a week before tests showed the animal was infected with the bird flu virus

The Independent UK

Is climate change making bird flu worse?

Our overheating planet has changed how birds migrate — giving H5N1 the boost it needed to spread rapidly

Salon

Protection zone established in Scottish town amid bird flu outbreak

A PROTECTION zone has been established following a bird flu outbreak in Angus, Scotland’s Chief Veterinary Officer has said.

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Protection zone set up after bird flu outbreak in Angus area of Scotland

Scottish government stresses risk to public is low, as chief veterinary officer says it is first outbreak since 2023

The Guardian - UK

Bird flu in Scotland: Protection zone around Angus after outbreak

A 3km protection zone and a 10km surveillance zone have been established

The Independent UK

Scotland’s chief vet officer confirms bird flu outbreak in Angus

The announcement was made on the Scottish Government’s website on Friday evening.

Evening Standard

Why community volunteers will be essential for how NZ handles the arrival of bird flu

Aotearoa New Zealand, Australia and Pacific island nations are the only countries that remain free of highly pathogenic avian influenza.

The Conversation

Bird flu will be the next pandemic unless health officials take 6 critical steps, experts say

The time for urgency, the experts say, is now.

Fortune

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Detected In Austin-Travis County

Officials confirm bird flu in Austin-Travis County, Texas, with concerns of human transmission. Public warned of risks.

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Moderna Stock Is Volatile Amid Bird Flu Developments

Moderna stock has been volatile this week as the first death in the U.S. connected to bird flu was reported. Here's what you need to know.

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Moderna Shares Spike on H5N1 News—What’s Next for Investors?

MRNA stock surged over 12% on growing bird flu concerns; that rally may not last, but analysts believe the company's pipeline makes the stock a Buy in 2025

Salon

Meet the bird flu pandemic preppers

Reminded of the ways COVID disrupted normal life, some see bird flu as an imminent disaster

International Business Times

US Urged To Do More To Fight Bird Flu After First Death

The first human death from bird flu in the United States has intensified calls for the government to ramp up efforts to stave off the threat of another pandemic -- particularly ahead of Donald Trump's return to the White House.

Evening Standard

Bird flu: US records first human death from H5N1 virus

Louisiana Department of Health says patient was aged over 65 and suffered from underlying medical conditions

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First US Death From H5N1 Bird Flu Reported In Louisiana

Learn about the first human death from H5N1 bird flu in the US and the precautions advised by health officials. Stay informed and cautious.

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Louisiana Reports First US Bird Flu Death

First US death from bird flu in Louisiana underscores the importance of vigilance and precautions against avian influenza.

International Business Times

US Records Its First Human Death From Bird Flu

Louisiana health authorities on Monday reported the first human death in the United States linked to bird flu, while noting the patient had underlying medical conditions and that general risks to the public remained "low."

Salon

First U.S. death from bird flu reported

The patient had previous complications that scientists said could spark another pandemic

Top News

First U.S. Bird Flu Death Reported In Louisiana

First U.S. bird flu death underscores virus severity and the importance of precautions. Stay vigilant.

Al Jazeera

US reports first death linked to bird flu in Louisiana

The late patient had been hospitalised in December with severe respiratory symptoms after contact with infected birds.

LiveScience

1st deadly case of H5N1 bird flu reported in US

The patient in Louisiana who contracted a severe case of bird flu has died, officials announced.

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