Canada has reported its first-ever presumptive human case of H5 bird flu, with British Columbia confirming the diagnosis. A teenager tested positive for avian influenza caused by the H5 influenza virus, marking a significant development in the country’s efforts to monitor and manage the spread of avian diseases. The case was disclosed through an official statement on the province’s website, with health authorities calling it a rare event.
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Summary/Static | Details |
Why in the news? | Canada has reported its first-ever presumptive human case of H5 bird flu |
Location | Fraser Health region, British Columbia, Canada |
Source of Exposure | Likely from an animal or bird; full investigation underway to determine exact cause |
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