The World Health Organization is alarmed at the spread of H5N1 bird flu to humans and other species, with a high mortality rate. The outbreak began in 2020 and has affected millions of poultry, wild birds, and mammals, including cows and goats. While there is no evidence of human-to-human transmission yet, experts are concerned about the virus evolving to infect humans. Efforts are underway to develop vaccines and treatments for H5N1, and the WHO stresses the importance of monitoring and preparedness in case of human transmission. Equitable access to these resources is also critical for a global response.
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Human cases of bird flu ‘an enormous concern’: WHO
