A Washington state resident has been hospitalized with H5N5 bird flu — a strain never before seen in humans. The patient, an older adult with underlying health conditions, fell seriously ill after exposure to domestic and wild birds. Health officials say this is the first human case of H5N5, a virus previously found only in animals.
While the risk to the public remains low, experts warn this case highlights the unpredictable evolution of bird flu and the growing risk of animal-to-human transmission. With millions of birds affected across the U.S. and more cases expected during bird migration season, virologists are keeping a close watch.
Watch the full video to understand what this could mean for the future of public health. WooGlobe Ref : WGA152654 For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com
Be the first to comment