Increased surveillance urged for H5N1 avian influenza outbreak
Voice of America - VOA News — April 19, 2024, 07:00 PM UTC
Summary: The World Health Organization urges increased surveillance after H5N1 avian influenza is found in 29 herds across 8 U.S. states. A man in Texas is the first human case linked to a cow. No inter-mammal transmission detected. Nearly 900 human cases reported since 2003, with a 50% fatality rate. Virus found in milk. 20 vaccines licensed for pandemic use. 4 antiviral medications available.
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