US Records First Bird Flu Death: Louisiana Resident Succumbs to Virus
2025-01-06
MSN
In a concerning development, a person in Louisiana has become the first US fatality due to bird flu, according to health officials. The individual, over 65 years old, was hospitalized with severe respiratory symptoms before passing away. This incident marks a significant milestone in the avian influenza outbreak, highlighting the need for increased vigilance and preventive measures against the H5N1 virus. With the risk of transmission to humans, public health officials are closely monitoring the situation to prevent further cases of bird flu in the US. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is working to mitigate the spread of the disease.
