World's 1st Death From H5N5 Bird Flu Strain Reported in US
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Bird flu H5N1 is infecting people in the U.S. See the map of cases. Could it trigger the next pandemic? Experts explain the threat and symptoms to watch for.
(CNN) -- The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says it has ended its emergency response to H5N1 bird flu, citing a drop in cases. CNN — (CNN) — The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says it has ended its emergency response to ...
While it remains seasonal in poultry, the disease is spreading in dairy cows and infecting hundreds of other species—including a few humans.
A Washington state resident died from the H5N5 avian flu, marking a first-known human case, with health officials maintaining a low risk to the public.