First case of bird flu reported in Louisiana, patient hospitalised

First case of bird flu reported in Louisiana, patient hospitalised

Louisiana has reported its first presumptive case of human bird flu (H5N1). The infected individual, currently hospitalized, had contact with sick and dead birds. While rare in humans, H5N1 has impacted US wild birds and poultry since 2022. Authorities advise avoiding contact with potentially infected animals and properly cooking poultry and eggs to prevent infection. Louisiana has reported its first presumptive case of human bird flu (H5N1). The infected individual, currently hospitalized, had contact with sick and dead birds. While rare in humans, H5N1 has impacted US wild birds and poultry since 2022. Authorities advise avoiding contact with potentially infected animals and properly cooking poultry and eggs to prevent infection.  Health and Fitness, Health Tips, Exercises & Workout Tips, Diet & Wellness | Times of India Lifestyle

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