The Bird Flu Virus Is Mutating Fast – And Scientists Say Our Vaccines May Not Be Enough
H5N1 influenza is evolving rapidly, weakening the effectiveness of existing antibodies and increasing its potential threat to ...
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Bird flu virus is rapidly evolving to evade immune defenses
The H5N1 avian influenza virus is mutating to evade immune defenses in mammals following prior infection or vaccination.
Capitalism vs. the bird flu
The bird flu is about much more than egg prices, and it’s an open question whether industry or policy can slow the spread.
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What the World’s First Case of Bird Flu in Sheep Means for the Virus’s Spread
The detection of bird flu in a sheep is another sign that the H5N1 virus is adapting to hop to new hosts ...
This Is the Great Mystery of Bird Flu in America
Bird flu has long been a top contender for starting the next pandemic. Between 2003 and 2023, there were 882 cases reported ...
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Bird Flu Virus Can Survive in Raw Milk Cheese for Months, Study Finds
H5N1 can still be active in raw milk cheese even after the standard 60-day aging window, according to new research.
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If bird flu jumps to humans, immunity from seasonal flu may offer some protection
But if the virus gains certain mutations, scientists fear it could trigger another pandemic. This prospect has propelled research into whether our defenses built up from past flu seasons can offer ...
Bird Flu Found in Sheep in U.K., a World First
The H5N1 virus was detected in a single animal in Yorkshire, the British government said on Monday. It added that the risk to humans remained very low.