H5N1, bird flu

'Worrisome' mutations found in H5N1 bird flu virus isolated from Canadian teenager
The fate of a Canadian teenager who was infected with H5N1 bird flu in early November, and subsequently admitted to an intensive care unit, has finally been revealed: She has fully recovered.But genetic analysis of the virus that infected her body showed ominous mutations that researchers suggest potentially allowed it to target human cells more easily and cause severe disease — a development the study authors called "worrisome.
"Concerning" bird flu mutations in Louisiana patient underscores pandemic potential of H5N1
In 2024, at least 66 human cases of bird flu have been reported in the United States, each one raising the risk of another pandemic like COVID-19. So far, most cases have been described as “mild,” which means they weren't hospitalized.
Bird flu uptick in US has CDC on alert for pandemic 'red flags': report
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is keeping close eye on pandemic indicators amid bird flu cases arising in the United States.
The first severe case of H5N1 bird flu confirmed in US: What to know about the virus
The first severe case of H5N1 bird flu was confirmed in Louisiana. Here is a map of other states that have been affected.
‘Worrisome’ mutations found in H5N1 bird flu virus isolated from Canadian teen
A Canadian teenager has fully recovered from H5N1 bird flu, but genetic analysis revealed concerning mutations in the virus.
CDC Reports Potentially Troublesome Mutations in Bird Flu Found in Louisiana Patient
Federal health officials have confirmed unsettling new details about the first United States case of severe bird flu, reported recently in a hospitalized patient in Louisiana. Genetic samples from the patient contained mutations that could,
Experts warn of bird flu mutation after first severe U.S. case in Louisiana
Health experts are raising concerns after genetic sampling of the first severe H5N1 bird flu case in the U.S. Map shows US states where 'damaging' Arctic blast will hit first - and more to come Look inside the Breakers,
As pace and severity of human H5N1 cases accelerate, NIH leaders call for more action on bird flu
Most human cases of bird flu in North America have been mild, a fact that’s underscored by a new study of the first 46 ...
I’m an Emergency Physician Keeping an Eye on Bird Flu. It’s Getting Dicey.
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How Worried Should We Be About Bird Flu?
So far, the H5N1 virus isn't transmitted between people — but the CDC has found a mutation in a human case "concerning." ...
Joe Biden Under Pressure to Approve Bird Flu Vaccine
The call to authorize a vaccine comes after the CDC announced that a person in Louisiana was hospitalized with the country's first known case of severe illness caused by the virus earlier this month.
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Discredited COVID ‘expert’ sparks outrage when she calls for Biden to approve bird flu jabs, testing
COVID "expert" Dr. Leana Wen is back on the airwaves, urging Joe Biden to approve mass testing and bird flu jabs before he leaves office.
More than 70 percent of California’s dairy cow herds are infected with bird flu. Here’s what to know
A dozen more dairy herds in California have been stricken with bird flu as the virus continues to infect animals and humans ...
Bird Flu Wastewater Map Reveals Where in the US Virus Is Active
The virus is spreading among animals, while viral mutations raise concerns about potential adaptation to human hosts.