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No, we’re not ‘one mutation away’ from an H5N1 bird flu pandemic – here are the facts

In early December 2024, a group of researchers published an article in the journal Science, entitled “A single mutation in bovine influenza H5N1 hemagglutinin switches specificity to human receptors”. Some media outlets somewhat exaggeratedly took this to mean that we are one mutation away from bird flu “becoming the next…

The Conversation

Is it seasonal influenza or bird flu?

Public health experts weigh in on the current state of testing for bird flu amid rising cases of influenza A

Salon

Why community volunteers will be essential for how NZ handles the arrival of bird flu

Aotearoa New Zealand, Australia and Pacific island nations are the only countries that remain free of highly pathogenic avian influenza.

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Think you have the flu? Watch out for these mild and emergency symptoms in 2025

As with COVID, testing is the only way to confirm the presence of the influenza virus in your body.

Fortune

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Detected In Austin-Travis County

Officials confirm bird flu in Austin-Travis County, Texas, with concerns of human transmission. Public warned of risks.

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Why is this winter flu season so bad?

Changing strains of influenza mean predicting the winter flu season is difficult, experts say

The Independent UK

What is driving the winter flu crisis in England?

A look at whether influenza is causing more problems than normal and what else is behind the pressure on the NHS

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Covid and flu rates rise across the US, according to the CDC

Less than half of Americans planned to get Covid vaccine in 2024, and slightly more than half planned to get flu shot

The Guardian - US

Bird flu could merge with seasonal flu to make mutated virus that could spread among humans, CDC warns

The 2024–25 flu shot doesn’t prevent H5N1 bird flu but could play a pivotal role in preventing a pandemic.

Fortune

Govt monitoring respiratory, seasonal influenza cases amid HMPV outbreak in China: Report

The National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) under the Union Health Ministry is closely monitoring respiratory and seasonal influenza cases in the country : Read further on Dynamite News:

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Which infectious disease is likely to be the biggest emerging problem in 2025?

COVID emerged suddenly, spread rapidly and killed millions of people around the world. Since then, I think it’s fair to say that most people have been nervous about the emergence of the next big infectious disease – be that a virus, bacterium, fungus or parasite.

The Conversation

3 Pharma Stocks to Buy as California Sounds the Alarm on Bird Flu Cases

The bird flu crisis is creating investment opportunities in the pharmaceutical sector, with Sanofi, GSK, and CSL Limited emerging as top picks.

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Avian influenza: Bird flu spread triggers state of emergency in California

The declaration of a state of emergency in California over avian influenza comes within days of the first severe human case of bird flu in the U.S.

LiveScience

Two California house cats die from bird flu as three more appear to be infected

Los Angeles health officials investigate new cases after felines who had consumed raw milk found with H5 virus

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Most pregnant women and unborn babies who contract bird flu will die, study finds

Exclusive: While risk of H5N1 pandemic in humans is low, ‘it’s really important to think about vulnerable populations’, Melbourne researcher says

Dynamite News

Flu virus remains infectious in refrigerated raw milk: Study

The findings come at a time when outbreaks of bird flu in dairy cattle have raised concerns about the potential for a new pandemic. The study was conducted by Stanford University. Read further on Dynamite News:

International Business Times

Understanding The Differences Between The Flu And COVID-19

Stay safe with the iHealth Flu A&B/COVID-19 3-in-1 Rapid Test

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Study: Flu virus remains infectious in refrigerated raw milk

According to a new study, raw milk, which is marketed as a natural and healthful alternative dairy, may contain hidden hazards. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Flu virus remains infectious in refrigerated raw milk

Raw milk, which is marketed as a natural and healthful alternative to pasteurised dairy, may contain hidden hazards. Read further on Dynamite News:

LiveScience

What's the difference between a cold and the flu?

Common colds and the flu differ in many ways, including their causes, some of their symptoms and their treatments.

Evening Standard

Bird flu vaccine deal agreed to bolster pandemic preparedness

The UK Health Security Agency stressed there is no evidence at this stage to suggest the A(H5N1) virus will start spreading among humans.

Fortune

Canadian teenager in critical condition with presumptive bird flu as U.S. official warns the virus 'seems to be gearing up for wider impact'

Health officials were struggling to answer a broader and potentially worrisome question: how the infection occurred.

Inverse

Researchers Found Bird Flu In Pigs — Here’s Why That’s So Worrisome

H5N1 influenza has now been detected in pigs by virologists. Here's why that's so worrisome.

International Business Times

Stay Safe During The Holidays With Regular Antigen Tests For Flu A, B And Covid-19

Learn about the differences and testing for flu A and B and COVID-19 and how to make holiday travels and gatherings safer.

International Business Times

Stay Safe During The Holidays With Regular Antigen Tests For Flu A, B And Covid-19

Learn about the differences and testing for flu A and B and COVID-19 and how to make holiday travels and gatherings safer."

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