Bird Flu Update: How Regular Influenza May Help Protect You
Previous seasonal flu infections and vaccinations may protect us against infection from the highly pathogenic H5N1 bird flu outbreak.
Are you at risk of catching bird flu? Here's what you should know
Those most at risk of contracting bird flu are people in close contact with infected animals, such as dairy or poultry workers.
Bird flu could merge with seasonal flu to make mutated virus that could spread among humans, CDC warns
For example, if a human gets infected with a bird flu and also carries a human influenza A virus, these two viruses can exchange genetic material. This is known as genetic shif
Bird Flu Warning Over New Virus Risk: 'Significant Public Health Concern'
Public health officials have warned that new mutations of bird flu with human flu could have dangerous consequences.
In severe bird flu cases, the virus can mutate as it lingers in the body
As the seasonal flu picks up, there are even more opportunities for the bird flu to acquire mutations as the different influenza viruses mix.
First positive case of bird flu in Delaware announced
Delaware officials announced its first positive case of H5 avian influenza, from a commercial poultry flock in Kent County.
Bird Flu Cases On Rise: Experts Warn Of Dangerous Health Risks To Watch Out For
A Canadian teen's severe bird flu infection has raised alarms about the rising threat of H5N1. With symptoms like fever, respiratory issues, and conjunctivitis, experts warn of newer variants adapting to humans.
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British Columbians share photos of bare shelves amid bird flu egg shortage
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