Influenza and Disease X are top pandemic threats

Summary: Influenza is predicted by 57% of senior scientists to cause the next pandemic, as revealed in a survey of 187 experts. Disease X, an unknown virus, is the next likely threat according to 21% of respondents. H5N1 avian flu is spreading among mammals, raising concerns about potential human transmission. Scientists warn against complacency post-Covid, emphasizing the need for preventive measures.

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