The first severe case of H5N1 avian influenza in the US has been reported in a patient in Louisiana, bringing the total number of human cases to 61 since April 2024. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention stated that the virus belongs to the D1.1 genotype, related to other strains. This raises concerns about the spread of the virus and the potential for further infections. Efforts are being made to monitor and contain the spread of H5N1 avian influenza to prevent further outbreaks and protect public health.
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Bird flu: US reports first severe human case as California declares state of emergency
