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Could bird flu spread among humans? Scientists show how it might happen

New simulations of avian flu outbreaks show how the epidemic could spread among humans.

Euronews

Bird flu warnings are being ignored. I’ve seen this pattern before

There’s an unwritten rule in publishing, or so I’ve been told: don’t write about COVID. Our collective attention span has been saturated by those endless months holed up in attics and cramped corners of apartments, staring out at a world we could no longer take part in. When the worst…

The Conversation

Scientists identify key tipping point when bird flu could cause a pandemic in humans

Simulation finds quarantining is most effective in controlling human spread as long as it is done when number of infected people is as low as two

The Independent UK

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The four protein alternatives that deliver the same benefits as eggs amid bird flu threats

Getting enough protein helps people to build and maintain muscle

The Independent UK

Europe should boost efforts to combat bird flu threat as outbreaks surge, health officials say

Early detection and preparedness are key to preventing bird flu from becoming a bigger threat to human health, the ECDC said.

Euronews

Avian Flu Update: CFIA Reports Total of 16 Million Cases since 2022 — How to Spot Symptoms

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency confirms more than 16 million birds have been affected by avian flu since 2022. Here's what the virus is, where it has spread, and the symptoms farmers and owners should monitor.

International Business Times UK

Bird flu could be ‘resistant’ to body’s defence system, scientists warn

A new study has shown that bird flu continues to thrive even during a fever

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The Next Pandemic? Bird Flu 'H5' Seen As Bigger Threat Than Covid-19

Experts warn the H5 bird flu strain could spark a pandemic more severe than Covid-19 as global surveillance intensifies amid rising concerns. Find out what happened.

International Business Times UK

Thanksgiving 2025 Disaster: How Trump's Actions Could Turn the Holiday Upside Down

President Donald Trump reportedly made some changes that could affect how ordinary Americans celebrate this year's Thanksgiving.

International Business Times UK

First human bird-flu death from H5N5 – what you need to know

H5N1 bird flu has infected growing numbers of people worldwide in recent years, but this week saw something new: the first recorded human case of an H5N5 avian influenza virus. What is this virus and how concerned about it should we be?

The Conversation

Thanksgiving Feast 2025: Discounts Soften Blow of Turkey Price Increase as Tariffs Cause Others to Rise

While Thanksgiving foods costs vary, many stores are offering discounts on most people's table centerpiece for the holiday.

International Business Times UK

Deadly flu found on Australian sub-Antarctic island

Testing has confirmed a deadly strain of bird flu has reached an Australian sub-Antarctic island, after scientists raised the alarm after unusual seal deaths.

AAP

Bad season of bird flu in UK hits supply of Christmas turkeys

Availability of chickens and ducks also expected to be tight, with 5% of the seasonal flock culled so far

The Guardian - UK

Panic Warning As Washington Man Dies From 'Terrifying' New Bird Flu

A Washington state resident has become the first person in the world to die from H5N5 bird flu—health officials confirm the alarming transmission and call for vigilance.

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Washington man thought to be first to die from rare strain of bird flu

Health officials said they will monitor anyone who came in close contact with the man

The Conversation

H5N1 bird flu cases spike in Europe. How worried should we be?

On November 13, Spain’s Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food imposed the confinement of all free-range poultry farms to curb the spread of avian influenza – more commonly known as “bird flu” – caused by the H5N1 virus. This drastic, though not unprecedented, measure was justified by climbing numbers of…

The Independent UK

Washington resident is infected with a different type of bird flu

Health officials in Washington state report a resident has contracted bird flu, marking the first U.S. human case since February

The Guardian - UK

Fears for elephant seals as bird flu kills half of population in South Atlantic

Study estimates 53,000 females have died on South Georgia since 2023, with ‘dramatic impact’ on future of the species

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Canadian federal agency says cull over, all ostriches shot dead at British Columbia farm

A Canadian federal agency says it has shot dead all ostriches at a British Columbia farm, fulfilling a 10-month-old cull order over a bird flu outbreak

Evening Standard

Tens of thousands of Christmas dinners at risk due to bird flu outbreak

Recent bird flu cases have been confirmed in farms in North Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, Devon and East Sussex

The Independent UK

Fears of Christmas dinner turkey shortage after bird flu warnings

A single outbreak of the disease could lead to as many as 10,000 Christmas lunches ‘disappearing’, a farmer has warned

AAP

The ecological disaster threatening Australian seabirds

Thousands of dead seabirds washed up on Australia's coastline two years ago following a marine heatwave and scientists warn history could repeat.

Euronews

Bird flu virus has 'everything it takes to trigger a pandemic,' warns WHO virologist

"In principle, the H5N1 virus has everything it takes to trigger a pandemic," says virologist Klaus Stöhr in a report. Bird flu is currently spreading in Germany.

The Independent UK

Thousands of dead cranes litter cherished European birdwatching spot

Birds have been seen staggering and then collapsing

Axios

Bird flu's comeback raises fears about readiness

The virus is continuing to evolve and spill over to other species.

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