The U.S. has reported its first death due to bird flu, aka H5N1. How deadly is H5N1? Experts discuss bird flu fatality rate amid ongoing outbreak.

H5N1 has infected 66 people in the United States since early 2024, mostly causing mild illness. A Louisiana man was the first to get severely sick.

Louisiana has reported the first U.S. fatality from avian influenza. Most of the country’s human cases have been mild ...

Iowa confirmed the highly pathogenic avian influenza in a backyard flock in Clinton County and a Louisiana patient has died ...

Arizona has seen confirmed cases in domestic and wild animals this month. The state has also witnessed two human cases, with both individuals expected to make a full recovery. Here’s what to ...

For influenza viruses, imperfection is a strength. They constantly mutate, producing new strains that challenge immune ...

The US just recorded the first death from severe bird flu. Experts say it's not too early, or unreasonable, to prepare for ...

If taking charge of your health is among your New Year’s resolutions, you might consider getting your 2024–25 seasonal ...

The first severe human case of bird flu was recently reported in the U.S. Here are some ways the U.S. may be repeating the ...

Vaccination drastically reduces avian influenza outbreaks in ducks, but enhanced passive surveillance is crucial for timely ...

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA), the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), along with state partners, continue to investigate an ...

Bird flu is another version of influenza A. Its full scientific name is avian influenza A(H5N1), so it contains hemagglutinin 5 and neuraminidase 1. Bird flu primarily affects birds, as per the ...