New, possibly deadly virus found in Alabama animals. Could it reach Mississippi wildlife?
Researchers found first henipavirus strain in North America. What you need to know about new virus in wild animals living in ...
Q&A: The spread of the bird flu virus
While a pandemic is not inevitable, the spread of the bird flu virus, also known as H5N1, has surpassed worrisome milestones ...
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Potentially deadly zoonotic virus found in US, sparking concerns of spread to humans
A henipavirus is a genus of viruses that is zoonotic, which means it can be spread from animals to humans. "Henipaviruses have caused serious disease and death in people and animals in other ...
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New, possibly deadly virus found in Alabama animals. Here's what we know so far
A new animal-borne virus has been discovered ... henipavirus to Camp Hill virus that has caused disease in humans is Langya virus, which crossed from shrews to humans in China,” Parry said. “ ...
Ohio has first human bird flu case. Can you test? What are the symptoms to look for? What to know
Ohio's first human bird flu case was reported in Mercer County yesterday. Learn about testing for the virus, symptoms and the ...
Some viruses prefer mosquitoes to humans, but people get sick anyway − a virologist and entomologist explain why
From the perspective of viruses spread by insects, or arboviruses, making the evolutionary leap from insects to humans is a tough battle. Viruses cannot replicate very well in humans, which means ...
Doctors monitor bird flu cases as virus spreads in area
CINCINNATI (WKRC)— Local doctors are closely monitoring the spread of bird flu as cases continue to rise in the area. TriHealth infectious disease specialists have provided key information on ...
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No bird flu in McLean County, says the health department — and human risk is currently low
McLean County Health Department's administrator breaks down what is known about the bird flu, or H5N1 strain of influenza A.
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It’s like ‘dead birds flying’: How bird flu is spreading in the wild
In the U.S., bird flu headlines have focused on an unprecedented number of American cases and the impact of the virus on dairy cows and on poultry. In this May 22, 2018 photo, ruddy turnstones, larger ...
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Some viruses prefer mosquitoes to humans, but people get sick anyway − a virologist and entomologist explain why
On the other hand, your body provides a spa-like environment that is temperate and stable, optimal for viruses to replicate. Human behavior, including close contact with animals and frequent ...