All avian influenza virus H5N1 articles
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NewsInfluenza of avian origin confirmed in a sheep in Yorkshire
The UK’s Chief Veterinary Officer has confirmed a case of influenza of avian origin (H5N1) in a single sheep in Yorkshire following repeat positive milk testing.
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NewsFewer than half of parents think they have accurate information about bird flu
Most parents say they don’t know if there have been cases of bird flu in their state, and less than half feel that they are able to find accurate and current information about it, according to a new national US poll.
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NewsNew study confirms mammal-to-mammal avian flu spread
A new study provides evidence that a spillover of avian influenza from birds to dairy cattle across several U.S. states has now led to mammal-to-mammal transmission – between cows and from cows to cats and a raccoon.
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NewsResearchers develop experimental mRNA avian flu vaccine
An experimental mRNA vaccine against avian influenza virus H5N1 is highly effective in preventing severe illness and death in preclinical models, according to a new study.