Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Some people didn't know they had a bird flu infection, study of veterinarians suggests
A new study shows that bird flu has silently spread from animals to some veterinarians.
Feb 13, 2025
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Flu
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Worst flu season in years swamps California: 'Particularly long and difficult'
The worst flu season in years is swamping California, prompting a renewed surge in hospitalizations as officials warn the disease could continue circulating at high levels for weeks to come.
Feb 12, 2025
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
New strain of bird flu is detected in a Nevada dairy worker, CDC says
A dairy worker in Nevada was infected with a new type of bird flu that's different from the version that has been spreading in U.S. herds since last year, federal health officials said Monday.
Feb 11, 2025
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
From Spanish flu to today: How immune cells keep up with a changing virus
In a breakthrough for influenza research, scientists have discovered immune cells that can recognize influenza (flu) viruses even as they mutate, raising hopes for a longer-lasting vaccine and a universal protection against ...
Feb 10, 2025
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Flu season in the US is the most intense it's been in at least 15 years
The U.S. winter virus season is in full force, and by one measure is the most intense in 15 years.
Feb 7, 2025
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
UK govt bans 'bird gatherings' as avian flu outbreak worsens
The UK government announced Friday an imminent ban in England on "bird gatherings" such as fairs, markets and shows, seeking to stop the spread of a highly contagious avian influenza.
Feb 7, 2025
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Bird flu and the egg shortage: Epidemiologist shares what you should know to stay healthy
Can't find eggs at your local grocery store? You're not alone. The recent H5N1 bird flu has led to the culling of millions of egg-laying chickens, leading to higher egg prices and egg shortages across the nation.
Feb 7, 2025
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Health
New York temporarily shutters bird markets after seven cases of avian flu are detected in NYC
New York on Friday ordered a weeklong shutdown of all live bird markets in New York City, Westchester and Long Island after seven cases of avian flu were detected at bird markets in the city.
Feb 7, 2025
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Is H5N9 bird flu a threat to humans?
As California's Central Valley makes headlines for the growing number of people testing positive for the bird flu from exposure to dairy cows, Rais Vohra, MD, professor at UC San Francisco, Fresno and interim health officer ...
Feb 7, 2025
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Bird flu is spreading: What you need to know
A rapidly-spreading H5N1 avian influenza, otherwise known as bird flu, has been devastating bird flocks and showing signs of spreading to other mammals.
Feb 3, 2025
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