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New strain of bird flu confirmed in US

Last updated: January 28, 2025 9:57 pm
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A new strain of bird flu has been identified at a duck farm in California, marking the first instance of this variant being found in poultry in the United States. The World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH) reported that the “highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N9” was confirmed at a commercial duck premise in Merced County, California.

The outbreak was officially confirmed on January 13, with all 119,000 poultry at the affected farm being culled as a precautionary measure. The origin of the outbreak remains unknown, but it is significant as the first confirmed case of HPAI H5N9 in poultry in the US. Additionally, the H5N1 strain of bird flu was also detected at the same farm.

In response to the outbreak, US animal health officials have initiated comprehensive epidemiological investigations and heightened surveillance measures. This development comes at a time when concerns about potential pandemics arising from bird flu mutations are mounting.

The emergence of this new strain of bird flu in the US coincides with President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw the country from the World Health Organization (WHO). This withdrawal has raised concerns about global health cooperation, particularly in the context of tracking the spread of viruses like bird flu.

Health experts have been emphasizing the need for increased surveillance and information-sharing regarding the bird flu outbreak. The fear is that if a person becomes infected with both bird flu and seasonal flu, there is a risk of the bird flu virus mutating into a strain that can be transmitted between humans, potentially leading to a human pandemic.

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As of now, 67 cases of bird flu have been reported in the US, with one fatality in early January. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have clarified that these cases were linked to direct exposure to infected animals, and there have been no reports of human-to-human transmission.

It is essential for authorities to remain vigilant and proactive in monitoring and addressing the bird flu outbreak to prevent any potential escalation. Cooperation and information sharing at both national and international levels are crucial in combating the spread of infectious diseases like bird flu.

Overall, the confirmation of a new strain of bird flu in poultry in the US underscores the importance of continued surveillance, collaboration, and preparedness in addressing public health threats.

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