The first human death from H5N1 in the United States is an event of historical significance, laying bare the destructive ...

H5N1 has infected 66 people in the United States since early 2024, mostly causing mild illness. A Louisiana man was the first to get severely sick.

Arizona has seen confirmed cases in domestic and wild animals this month. The state has also witnessed two human cases, with both individuals expected to make a full recovery. Here’s what to ...

Officials say the risk is generally low but urged Americans to take precautions while health experts closely monitor the ...

Health officials have said the person was older than 65, had underlying medical problems and had been in contact with sick ...

NEW YORK – The first U.S. bird flu death has been reported — a person in Louisiana who had been hospitalized with severe ...

The patient contracted the virus after exposure to both backyard poultry and wild birds, Louisiana health officials said.

For influenza viruses, imperfection is a strength. They constantly mutate, producing new strains that challenge immune ...

The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) confirmed the first U.S. human death from bird flu, also known as highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), or H5N1.

If taking charge of your health is among your New Year’s resolutions, you might consider getting your 2024–25 seasonal ...