Mexico reports first human death from bird flu
The World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed the first human death from bird flu in Mexico.
The 59-year-old resident of the State of Mexico had been hospitalized with respiratory symptoms and died on October 25. Laboratory tests confirmed that he had contracted the H5N1 subtype of bird flu, which is not known to have been transmitted to humans before.
The WHO said the current risk of bird flu virus to the general population is low, but it is closely monitoring the situation.
The death of the Mexican man highlights the need for continued vigilance against bird flu, which can be a serious disease in both humans and animals.
Here are some key facts about bird flu:
- Bird flu is a respiratory disease caused by influenza viruses that can infect birds.
- Some strains of bird flu can also infect humans, and there have been several cases of human deaths from bird flu in the past.
- The H5N1 strain of bird flu is particularly virulent and has caused the most human deaths.
- There is no specific treatment for bird flu, but antiviral drugs can help relieve symptoms.
- The best way to prevent bird flu is to avoid contact with infected birds and animals.
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