Tag: H5N1

H5N1 Influenza May Be Spreading Through Cows via Milking Rather Than Air, Experts Weigh In

The H5N1 bird flu outbreak in cows is likely being spread via milking rather than through respiration, according to a new study published in the journal Nature.

Finland to Start Bird Flu Vaccinations for Humans

Finland to offer avian influenza vaccinations to some workers with exposure to animals health authorities said, making it first country in the world to do so.
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Man With First Human Case of H5N2 Bird Flu Died in Mexico, WHO Confirms

The World Health Organization confirmed that a person with prior health conditions who contracted the H5N2 variant of avian influenza (bird flu), died in April.

Is Gain-of-Function Responsible for the Bird Flu Jump to Cows and Humans?

This article aims to avoid unnecessary fear about a potential Bird Flu pandemic. It encourages people to think rationally and adjust appropriately for the future.
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Avian Flu Found in Seventh State as More Cattle Restrictions Imposed

North Carolina authorities reported cows in state tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza, as state imposed restrictions on the movement of cows.
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Vaccine Companies Say They ‘Stand Ready’ for Potential H5N1 Bird Flu Outbreak in Humans

Some vaccine companies in developed world are preparing avian flu H5N1 shots for humans in case virus mutates and becomes transmissible from person to person.
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Biden Admin Evaluating Mass Poultry Vaccination Amid Persistent Bird Flu Outbreak

Biden admin considering mass vaccination of poultry in response to ongoing outbreak of avian flu that killed millions of birds and spiked egg and poultry costs.