A ny time a person catches H5N1, or bird flu, their infection is a chance for the virus to mutate in the wrong direction.

The BC Centre for Disease Control says it is comparing the genetic features of a local teenager's avian flu case with that of ...

In 2024, the United States saw an outbreak of the H5N1 virus, also known as the Bird Flu. The virus spread quickly among ...

The World Health Organization has finally commented on the viral outbreak of HMPV in China that has fueled pandemic fears, ...

With another case repored in Mumbai, the central government has advised states to step up surveillance for respiratory ...

With seven HMPV cases reported in India, the central government has advised states to step up surveillance for respiratory ...

Barré syndrome, although it said data don’t prove a causal link and affirmed the shots’ benefit outweighs their risks.

The U.S. has developed a bird flu vaccine that can be prepared when needed. It’s not currently available because health officials haven’t deemed it necessary.

While the American Veterinary Medical Association says virtually all mammals can get bird flu, the disease is proving to be especially dangerous for cats. While there haven’t been many cases they warn ...

A new multi-site study by BIDMC, MGH, BWH, and CDC aims to enhance pandemic preparedness and understand respiratory virus transmission through the CHARM Network.

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