Most pregnant women and unborn babies who contract bird flu will die, study finds
STUDY FINDS MOST PREGNANT WOMEN AND UNBORN BABIES WHO CONTRACT H5N1 WILL DIE
Avian influenza (bird flu) is spreading among wild birds, poultry and other animals in BC. Sometimes it can spread to humans and make people sick.
How long H5N1 can stay infectious on feathers, soil & feces:
At 4 C Feathers 5 months Soil,mud. 4 months Feces 2 months
Bovine H5N1 displays pronounced neurotropism in many mammals
Bovine H5N1 displays pronounced neurotropism in many mammals.
Pronounced neurotropism of the 2024 H5N1 virus belonging to the 2.3.4.4b clade is highlighted by high viral loads in the brain & minimal or no viral presence in the lungs of several species
It’s Time to End the Denial About Bird Flu
“Since the beginning of the bird flu outbreak nearly three years ago, state and federal departments of agriculture have had one goal in mind: Maintain consumer confidence—as tens of millions of birds are culled and taxpayers bear the cost of industry bailouts. Every new media report of an infected dairy herd, poultry flock, or farm worker comes with the ubiquitous industry-approved mantra, “Don’t worry, the meat and the milk are safe.” But this messaging deflects from the production methods that have enabled the virus to spread in ways yet to be fully understood.”
Since the beginning of the bird flu outbreak nearly three years ago, state and federal departments of agriculture have had one goal in mind: Maintain consumer confidence—as tens of millions of birds are culled and taxpayers bear the cost of industry bailouts. Every new media report of an infected dairy herd, poultry flock, or farm worker comes with the ubiquitous industry-approved mantra, “Don’t worry, the meat and the milk are safe.”But this messaging deflects from the production methods that have enabled the virus to spread in ways yet to be fully understood.
H5N1 bird flu is closer to gaining pandemic potential than we thought
“H5N1 bird flu is closer to gaining pandemic potential than we thought The flu virus currently circulating in birds and dairy cows is already better at infecting people than earlier variants, and a single mutation would allow it to bind to key human receptors”
H5N1 bird flu is closer to gaining pandemic potential than we thought
The flu virus currently circulating in birds and dairy cows is already better at infecting people than earlier variants, and a single mutation would allow it to bind to key human receptors
Sudden and Alarming Surge of Bird Flu Spreading to Cats and Dogs in 31 U.S. States
“Bird flu, or avian influenza, has long been a concern for birds and poultry – as the name suggests. However, a worrying trend has been observed across the United States. There’s been a sudden surge of cats and dogs falling victim to this nasty virus”
Bird flu, or avian influenza, has long been a concern for birds and poultry – as the name suggests. However, a worrying trend has been observed across the United States. There’s been a sudden surge of cats and dogs falling victim to this nasty virus
Influenza A(H5N1) shedding in air corresponds to transmissibility in mammals
New study in Nature says that the newer H5N1 bird flu variants are becoming more airborne than older bird flu variants.
UK buys 5 million vaccine shots to prepare for H5N1 pandemic
NEW: UK buys 5 million bird flu vaccine shots to prepare for H5N1 pandemic.
The jabs are being stockpiled in case avian flu begins to spread between humans.
Bird Flu
H5N1 Bird Flu Concerns Grow. Are COVID-19 Mistakes Being Repeated?
“H5N1 Bird Flu Concerns Grow. Are COVID-19 Mistakes Being Repeated?”
YES!
H5N1 Bird Flu Concerns Grow. Are COVID-19 Mistakes Being Repeated?
WHO urges vigilance against bird flu amid pandemic fears
Emerging H5N1 mutations raise risk of human infections
“Emerging H5N1 mutations raise risk of human infections”
Emerging H5N1 mutations raise risk of human infections
Suppression of Cytotoxic T Cell Functions and Decreased Levels of Tissue-Resident Memory T Cells during H5N1 Infection
H5N1 suppresses T cell function, as published by the journal of Virology
They compared H1N1 and H5N1
Mysterious bird flu cases worry experts another pandemic is looming
“Three mysterious bird flu cases worry experts that another pandemic is looming Anytime the origins of an infection can’t be traced, it ‘raises a lot of red flags’"
Three mysterious bird flu cases worry experts that another pandemic is looming
Anytime the origins of an infection can’t be traced, it “raises a lot of red flags"
Hong Kong conducts avian influenza response exercise "Amazonite" with participation from diverse government departments
“27th November 2024 – (Hong Kong) The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health (DH), in conjunction with various government departments, orchestrated a public health drill today, known as “Amazonite,” aimed at bolstering response capabilities towards human cases of avian influenza. This exercise also sought to enhance coordination among the DH and pertinent departments in addressing such scenarios, with a focus on heightening awareness among stakeholders regarding the management of public health emergencies.”
27th November 2024 – (Hong Kong) The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health (DH), in conjunction with various government departments, orchestrated a public health drill today, known as “Amazonite,” aimed at bolstering response capabilities towards human cases of avian influenza. This exercise also sought to enhance coordination among the DH and pertinent departments in addressing such scenarios, with a focus on heightening awareness among stakeholders regarding the management of public health emergencies.
There’s never a good time to drink raw milk. But now's a really bad time as bird flu infects cows
Study shows fatal spread of H5N1 virus from ferrets to suckling kits
“Study shows fatal spread of H5N1 virus from ferrets to suckling kits
The study demonstrates that H5N1 2.3.4.4b clade infection in lactating ferrets leads to mastitis-related disease and transmission to suckling pups, resulting in 100% death among the pups”
⚠️ BREAKING:
November 23,2024:
“Wastewater in Saint Petersburg, Florida has tested positive for H5 bird flu.
Florida has no known active outbreak of bird flu in dairy cows or poultry.”
New Bird Flu Cases in Young People Are Raising Concerns about Mutating Virus
“We’re not containing the outbreak. Most likely this British Columbian case is not going to be the only time a kid is hospitalized with H5N1.”
A few thoughts on public health risks ahead🧵👇: Since my story on US govt's botched response last month, things have gotten worse: 616 dairy herds in 15 states infected; 53 human cases including today's news of a child /1
“A few thoughts on public health risks ahead🧵👇: Since my @VanityFair story on US govt's botched #H5N1 response last month, things have gotten worse: 616 dairy herds in 15 states infected; 53 human cases including today's news of a child”
STAT's sets the table for where we stand with in North America.
Vancouver Infectious Diseases Centre: avian flu risk still low
“The B.C. Ministry of Health says a teenager who was infected with H5N1, or avian flu, is still in critical condition after nearly two weeks.”
The B.C. Ministry of Health says a teenager who was infected with H5N1, or avian flu, is still in critical condition after nearly two weeks.
Why a teenager’s bird-flu infection is ringing alarm bells for scientists
“Particles of avian influenza (pink) infect a human cell (blue). Early evidence suggests that the virus infecting a person in Canada could have some worrisome mutations.”
Particles of avian influenza (pink) infect a human cell (blue). Early evidence suggests that the virus infecting a person in Canada could have some worrisome mutations.
Human Cases of Bird Flu Confirmed to Be Occurring Undetected in The US
“Blood samples from 115 dairy workers in Michigan and Colorado reveal cases of the highly pathogenic bird flu have been occurring undetected in humans.”
Blood samples from 115 dairy workers in Michigan and Colorado reveal cases of the highly pathogenic bird flu have been occurring undetected in humans.
Oregon confirms first human case of highly pathogenic avian influenza
Oregon - The individual experienced only mild illness and has fully recovered,” said Clackamas County Public Health Officer Sarah Present, M.D. The person received treatment with the antiviral medication oseltamivir, and household contacts were prescribed oseltamivir prophylaxis.
Opinion | The U.S. Response to Bird Flu is Not Reassuring the World
“The pathogen poses a serious pandemic threat and has been detected in over 500 dairy herds in 15 states
And yet, the U.S. response appears inadequate and slow."
Opinion | The U.S. Response to Bird Flu is Not Reassuring the World
Bird flu in Canada may have mutated to become more transmissible to humans
“The teenager hospitalized with bird flu in British Columbia, Canada, may have a variation of the virus that has a mutation making it more transmissible among people, early data shows – a warning of what the virus can do that is especially worrisome in countries such as the US where some H5N1 cases are not being detected.”
The teenager hospitalized with bird flu in British Columbia, Canada, may have a variation of the virus that has a mutation making it more transmissible among people, early data shows – a warning of what the virus can do that is especially worrisome in countries such as the US where some H5N1 cases are not being detected.
H5N1 bird flu infects 5 more humans in California, and 1 in Oregon
H5N1 bird flu infects 5 more humans in California, and 1 in Oregon
H5N1 bird flu infects 5 more humans in California, and 1 in Oregon
H5N1 Avian Influenza linked to Mililani Pet Fair
H5N1 Avian Influenza linked to Mililani Pet Fair
"Attendees should monitor for influenza-like illness & conjunctivitis"