Australia Records First Human Avian Flu Case Amid Global H5N1 Surge

A child returning from India contracted H5N1, marking the first human case on the continent as authorities also investigate an egg farm outbreak.

The child has fully recovered, and contact tracing shows a low risk of further transmission.
H5N1 has been detected in various mammals and birds worldwide, with significant outbreaks in the US dairy cattle.
Australian authorities are testing to confirm if the egg farm outbreak involves the highly pathogenic H5N1 strain.
The CDC urges continued enhanced flu surveillance to monitor potential human infections.
Experts stress the importance of robust testing and biosecurity measures to prevent a potential pandemic.