First Severe Case of H5N1 Bird Flu in U.S. Sparks Urgent Reminder for Precautions
A chilling milestone in U.S. public health has been confirmed. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently announced the nation’s first severe case of avian
Why scientists say we are fighting H5N1 bird flu with one hand tied behind our backs
When, where and how the H5N1 bird flu virus may evolve and its capacity to spark a pandemic is hard to predict — in part, some researchers say, because of federal restrictions on gain-of-function research.
Bird Flu Outbreak Update Amid First Human Case in Los Angeles
At least 65 human cases of H5 bird flu have been confirmed this year, with the majority being detected in California.
H5N1 bird flu update: Symptoms, map, human cases, and what to know about the CDC’s response
Public health officials have just reported the first known “severe” case of bird flu in the United States. There are now 61 confirmed cases across eight states. This week, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced that a person had been hospitalized with a “severe case” of bird flu.
Bird flu case reported in Los Angeles after state officials declare emergency
Los Angeles County health officials reported the first human case of bird flu in the area less than a week after a statewide emergency declaration was announced.
First rare human case of bird flu reported in Los Angeles County
The LA County Department of Public Health confirmed the first human case of bird flu in the county, just days after Gov. Gavin Newsom issued a state of emergency over the disease.
Public health confirms first human case of H5 bird flu in LA County
According to the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, the person is an adult exposed to livestock infected with the virus at a worksite. That person was treated with antivirals and is currently recovering at home.
First human case of bird flu detected in LA County
The victim, an adult who was exposed at a worksite to livestock infected with H5 bird flu, has been treated with antivirals and is recovering at home, according to the county Department of Public Health.
2024’s nastiest cruise ships revealed based on viral outbreaks, food safety and hygiene: CDC
The review looks at common spaces such as pools and activity centers, buffet hand-washing stations, food storage and cooking ...
The dirtiest cruise ships of 2024 revealed, according to the CDC
The dirtiest cruise ships of 2024 revealed, according to the CDC - The filthiest ship initially received a 62 out of 100, the ...
'A winter wave' of COVID could be coming as America gathers for the holidays
Is COVID going around again? The CDC's wastewater surveillance system suggests the virus is growing in prevalence.
CDC confirms 1st case of severe bird flu in US
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed the first case of severe bird flu in the U.S. on Wednesday.
CDC working to protect farmworkers as bird flu impacts several states
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is taking action to reduce the risk of the bird flu, especially among farmworkers. "Year in and year out, People who live in rural communities tend to ...
Influenza A: What Is the Virus and How Is It Linked to Bird Flu?
As flu season ramps up in the U.S., influenza is not as simple as it first appears, with several different strains in play.
The 9 dirtiest cruise ships in 2024, according to the CDC
The CDC randomly inspects cruise ships to prevent the spread of stomach viruses. Two ships received failing scores but passed ...
US Flu Cases Surge as Americans Prepare for Holiday Gatherings; CDC Says Low Vaccination Could Escalate Numbers
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have noted sharp increases in several measures, including lab tests and ...
CDC confirms 1st ‘severe’ human case of bird flu, Trump rejects spending bill, and Taylor Swift hosts ‘Eras’-themed birthday bash
First “severe” human case of bird flu, Taylor Swift’s 35th birthday bash and more in today’s edition of The Yodel newsletter ...