Canadian teen recovers from severe H5N1 bird flu, raising concerns over virus mutations.

A Canadian teenager infected with the H5N1 bird flu virus has recovered after a severe illness requiring intensive care. Genetic analysis revealed "worrisome" mutations in the virus, suggesting it may be adapting to humans and could potentially spread more easily. NIH leaders are calling for increased action to combat the growing number of human cases in North America, emphasizing the need for better surveillance and reporting of animal infections. Most human cases have been linked to exposure to infected animals or raw milk.

December 31, 2024
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