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flag A deadly bird flu outbreak in animals raises pandemic fears if it mutates to spread easily among humans.

flag A bird flu outbreak, primarily affecting wild birds, poultry, and mammals including U.S. dairy cows, has raised concerns over a potential pandemic more severe than COVID-19 if the H5 virus mutates to spread easily between humans. flag Though human cases remain rare and mostly linked to animal contact, the virus could be especially deadly due to lack of immunity in people, with one fatal case reported in Washington state. flag Experts say the risk of widespread human transmission remains low, and normal activities are safe, but global preparedness has improved since COVID-19 with vaccines and antivirals ready for rapid deployment.

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