Scientists warn of bird flu threat after mutation in Louisiana patient

Society

‌
‌

AI summary

Display highlights

A patient in Louisiana showed mutations that could increase the transmission of bird flu
The mutations could increase the virus' ability to bind to the upper respiratory system of humans
Experts warn that influenza viruses adapt easily within hosts and will become resistant to antiviral drugs
The CDC lists several protective measures people can take to help reduce the risk of exposure to bird flu

360 summary

Los Angeles health officials advise residents to avoid unprotected contact with sick or dead animals, consuming raw or undercooked animal products, and to protect pets and backyard poultry from exposure to wild animals.
Getting the seasonal flu vaccine can help prevent severe seasonal flu illness and lower the risk of getting both seasonal and bird flu infections at the same time if exposed, according to the Los Angeles Department of Public Health.
Bird flu cases have been recorded in 10 states, with California having the most recorded cases. However, zero person-to-person infection has occurred as of the latest CDC update with only 66 confirmed cases across the United States.

Newsweek

Bird flu is usually spread by wild birds, especially waterfowl, which can carry the virus with minimal symptoms.
Domestic animals such as chickens, cows, and pets can contract the virus through contact with infected birds or their excretions.
Bird flu symptoms include eye redness or discharge, fever, cough or difficulty breathing, sore throat, muscle or body aches, diarrhea and vomiting, and can lead to severe complications such as pneumonia, respiratory failure, and inflammation of the brain.

Newsweek

The mutations observed in the Louisiana patient could increase the virus' ability to bind to the upper respiratory system of humans, making it easier for the virus to spread.
Experts warn that influenza viruses are known to adapt easily within hosts, and this adaptation could lead to better human transmission and resistance to antiviral drugs.
The CDC recommends protective measures to reduce the risk of exposure to bird flu, especially for those who have contact with sick or dead birds in backyard flocks.

Newsweek

Explore

The above information is compiled by HuffPost、Newsweek and does not represent any position of Arbor. It does not constitute any investment advice made by Arbor. Before making any investment decisions, investors should consider the risk factors related to the investment products based on their own circumstances and seek advice from professional investment advisors if necessary. We strive to ensure but cannot guarantee the truthfulness, accuracy, and originality of the above content, and we make no promises or guarantees in this regard. As machine learning has a probabilistic nature, it may lead to incorrect reflection of facts in certain situations. You should appropriately evaluate the accuracy of any information summary based on your usage, including through manual evaluation of the information summary. We are not responsible for any losses or liabilities incurred by you due to your use, viewing, and access of the platform or failure to do so.

Remove Duplicated Information

Less is More

Applicable for iOS and Android systems

Scientists warn of bird flu threat after mutation in Louisiana patient

Passenger train collides with fire truck in Florida

Elon Musk endorses far-right AfD party in German newspaper op-ed

Plane catches fire in South Korean airport

Remove Duplicated Information