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Bird Flu Mutations in Louisiana Raise Concerns Among Scientists

Scientists are closely monitoring new mutations in bird flu viruses detected in Louisiana, as they could potentially increase the virus's risk of spreading among humans.

First Severe H5N1 Bird Flu Case in the U.S. Reported in Louisiana

In December 2024, the United States confirmed its first severe human case of H5N1 avian influenza in Louisiana. The patient, who had been exposed to sick and dead birds in a backyard poultry flock, was hospitalized with serious respiratory symptoms.