Bird flu outbreak since 2020, affecting humans, requires global response
South China Morning Post — April 19, 2024, 06:00 AM UTC
Summary: Since 2020, the bird flu outbreak has caused tens of millions of poultry deaths. The H5N1 strain has spread to new species, including humans, with a 52% mortality rate. As of April 1, 2024, there have been 889 human cases and 463 deaths across 23 countries. Efforts are underway to develop vaccines and therapeutics. Monitoring and global preparedness are crucial to prevent human-to-human transmission.
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