The Latest Breaking News from Influenza

More flu patients than hMPV in China, no unusual outbreaks: Report

Though hMPV or human metapneumovirus cases have increased in China, especially in the Northern Provinces, the increase is within the expected range of the disease during this season, the World Health Organisation (WHO) said on Wednesday.

The Times of India · Jan 9, 2025

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Detected In Austin-Travis County

Officials confirm bird flu in Austin-Travis County, Texas, with concerns of human transmission. Public warned of risks.

Top News · Jan 9, 2025

Why is this winter flu season so bad?

Changing strains of influenza mean predicting the winter flu season is difficult, experts say

The Independent UK · Jan 7, 2025

Govt monitoring respiratory, seasonal influenza cases amid HMPV outbreak in China: Report

The National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) under the Union Health Ministry is closely monitoring respiratory and seasonal influenza cases in the country : Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Jan 3, 2025

Which infectious disease is likely to be the biggest emerging problem in 2025?

COVID emerged suddenly, spread rapidly and killed millions of people around the world. Since then, I think it’s fair to say that most people have been nervous about the emergence of the next big infectious disease – be that a virus, bacterium, fungus or parasite.

The Conversation · Dec 24, 2024

3 Pharma Stocks to Buy as California Sounds the Alarm on Bird Flu Cases

The bird flu crisis is creating investment opportunities in the pharmaceutical sector, with Sanofi, GSK, and CSL Limited emerging as top picks.

Barchart · Dec 23, 2024

Avian influenza: Bird flu spread triggers state of emergency in California

The declaration of a state of emergency in California over avian influenza comes within days of the first severe human case of bird flu in the U.S.

LiveScience · Dec 20, 2024

Two California house cats die from bird flu as three more appear to be infected

Los Angeles health officials investigate new cases after felines who had consumed raw milk found with H5 virus

The Guardian - US · Dec 19, 2024

Most pregnant women and unborn babies who contract bird flu will die, study finds

Exclusive: While risk of H5N1 pandemic in humans is low, ‘it’s really important to think about vulnerable populations’, Melbourne researcher says

The Guardian - AU · Dec 19, 2024

First severe case of H5N1 bird flu confirmed in the US; patient hospitalised

The first case of severe bird flu has been confirmed in the US by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), raising worries about the health crisis deepening. The health agency confirmed that the patient has been hospitalised in Louisiana, but other details are yet to be known.

The Times of India · Dec 18, 2024