The Latest Breaking News from Louisiana

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California, the nation's most populous state, has declared a state of emergency after the virus struck hundreds of dairy herds, while Louisiana reports the first severe human case in a hospitalized patient.

Whether the rest of the nation is willing to follow California's lead remains to be seen.

The Pelican State is launching a unique crusade.

Health officials say the 65-year-old was hospitalised after contact with an infected flock of back-yard birds.

Meanwhile, Delaware and Wisconsin report two possible infections, which if confirmed raises total cases to 63

A person in Louisiana has been hospitalized with the United States' first serious case of H5N1 bird flu, following 60 milder cases this year.

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An elderly patient in Louisiana is in a "critical condition" with severe avian influenza, US authorities announced Wednesday, the first serious human case in the country as fears grow of a possible bird flu pandemic.

California declares a state of emergency as CDC reports person had contact with sick and dead birds in backyard flock

First severe case of bird flu in the U.S. linked to backyard flock exposure. Health officials monitoring closely to prevent further spread.