The United States has reported its first severe human case of bird flu H5N1

A man from Louisiana being hospitalized after exposure to infected or deceased birds on his property

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This incident, confirmed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

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Brings the total number of avian influenza infections in the U.S. during the 2024 outbreak to 61

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Symptoms for Humans

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Transmission occurs through contact with infected birds’ saliva, mucus, feces, or respiratory secretions.

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In some cases, the virus may also spread through bodily fluids of other animals.

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While the virus’s incubation period is typically 2 to 8 days, it can extend up to 17 days

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