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First Human Death from H5N2 Bird Flu Raises New Concerns

A 59-year-old man in Mexico dies from H5N2, a strain not previously seen in humans, as H5N1 continues to spread among animals globally.

  • WHO confirms first human case and death from H5N2 bird flu in Mexico.
  • H5N2 infection details remain unclear, with no known animal exposure for the patient.
  • H5N1 outbreaks in dairy cows and marine mammals prompt global health monitoring.
  • Experts emphasize the importance of surveillance to prevent potential human transmission.
  • USDA and FDA assure the safety of the commercial milk and meat supply despite outbreaks.
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