Many human infections with ‘cow flu’ are going undetected
Scientists find evidence of past H5N1 infection in 7% of workers exposed at dairy farms—but no signs of human-to-human transmission
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Uncovering the Contrasts and Connections in PASC: Viral Load and Cytokine Signatures in Acute COVID-19 versus Post-Acute Sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 (PASC)
The recent global COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound and enduring impact, resulting in substantial loss of life.
Influenza A (Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza H5N1) in domestic cats
Six feline cases of Influenza A (HPAI H5N1) have been diagnosed in domestic cats in Colorado during 2024.
Colorado, Michigan report H3N2v flu infections
US COVID indicators show no sign of slowing down, with most areas of the country seeing consistent rises, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said today in its latest data updates.
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Déjà Vu All Over Again — Refusing to Learn the Lessons of Covid-19
The spread of H5N1 avian influenza among cattle and other farm animals as well as to agricultural workers in the United States has raised concerns about the potential for an influenza pandemic.
Preparing schools for the H5N1 bird flu they’re likely to face
As Covid-19 swept across the United States, schools were among the most highly affected public spaces.
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CDC Issues Updated Guidance to Help Prevent Spread of Flu at Agricultural Fairs
With agricultural and livestock fairs happening all around the country this summer and fall, the chances for people to be in close contact with pigs, poultry (e.g., chickens, turkeys, ducks, geese), and cattle increase.
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H5N1 Bird Flu Detections across the United States in Backyard and Commercial Poultry
Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5) viruses have been detected in U.S.
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Age, comorbidity burden and late presentation are significant predictors of hospitalization length and acute respiratory failure in patients with influenza
Influenza viruses are responsible for a high number of infections and hospitalizations every year.
Finland offers vaccination against bird flu to those working with poultry, or on fur farms
Finland has become the first country in the EU to vaccinate against the H5N1 avian flu.
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Influenza H5N1 and H1N1 viruses remain infectious in unpasteurized milk on milking machinery surfaces
Influenza Viruses Remain Infectious in Unpasteurized Milk on Milking Machinery Surfaces
