‘Worrisome’ mutations found in H5N1 bird flu virus isolated from Canadian teenager
Genetic analysis of H5N1 bird flu virus that infected a Canadian teenager shows 'worrisome' mutations, new studies reveal.
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.
Canadian Teen Recovers From Severe H5N1 Bird Flu Infection
A 13-year-old Canadian girl recovered after being hospitalized in critical condition with H5N1 avian influenza, researchers reported. The girl was hospitalized on Nov. 7 and transferred to BC Children's Hospital the next day,
Genetic mutations in H5N1 bird flu raise transmission concerns
A genetic analysis of the H5N1 bird flu in a Louisiana patient reveals potential mutations for human transmissibility, says the CDC.
Bird flu mutations in the US's first severe H5N1 case may boost the virus's ability to infect humans
Genetic analysis of H5N1 bird flu viruses from a severely ill patient in Louisiana revealed multiple mutations that may enhance the virus’s ability to bind to human upper airway cells, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported on Thursday.
Teen Hospitalized for Bird Flu Shows 'Worrisome' Change in People
Teen's recovery from H5N1 bird flu raises concerns after genetic mutations suggest virus could become more dangerous to humans.
Scientists Say Extremely Worried About Mutation in H5N1 Bird Flu Found In Recovered Canadian Teen
A Canadian teenager infected with the H5N1 bird flu in November has fully recovered, but scientists are worried about mutations in the virus that can increase its ability to bind to human cells, causing deadlier diseases.
From Birds to Humans: How Hidden Mutations Are Driving the H5N1 Crisis
In light of the ongoing global spread of the H5N1 avian influenza, U.S. public health experts are reassured that current treatments and vaccines are effective against severe disease. The virus, which has caused sporadic human cases,
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 ...
Delaware officials investigate possible bird flu outbreak after dozens of snow geese test positive
Officials say 40 to 50 snow geese, including some at a southern Delaware wildfire refuge, have tested positive for avian influenza.
Another raw pet food H5N1 bird flu recall. More sick cats in L.A. County
L.A. County public health officials are reupping their warning to pet owners: Do not feed pets raw food. More cats have been ...
France Reports Bird Flu On Two Farms, Loses Disease-free Status
France has confirmed bird flu outbreaks on two poultry farms – the highly pathogenic avian influenza – just days after being ...
Here's what you need to know about bird flu
The recent bird flu outbreak in the United States has not yet resulted in any positive human tests in Maine, although public ...
Los Angeles officials warn against raw pet food as H5N1 bird flu infection in cat confirmed
The H5N1 bird flu virus has been found in samples of Monarch Raw Pet Food, and a cat that ate the food is confirmed to have been infected.
Bird Flu Detected in Wastewater of Three Arizona Cities
A subtype of influenza that is likely to be bird flu has been detected in three Arizona cities according to wastewater sampling.