New Avian Influenza Strain Identified in U.S., Raises Concerns About Potential Human Outbreak

A new strain of avian influenza has been identified for the first time in the United States, raising concerns that the virus is evolving in a way that could lead to broader human outbreaks. The discovery comes as researchers continue to monitor closely, with ongoing studies by health officials from the CDC and WHO expected to provide further updates soon.

Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/01/28/new-bird-flu-strain-h5n9-california