Rare H5N1 bird flu case in Texas raises pandemic concerns
New York Post — April 4, 2024, 04:00 PM UTC
Summary: A rare human case of H5N1 bird flu in Texas raises concerns of a potential pandemic worse than COVID. The virus has spread to mammals, including cattle, and infected a dairy worker. With a 52% fatality rate, experts warn of its pandemic potential. The US is testing vaccine components. CDC reassures low risk to the public. White House monitors the situation closely.
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