7 bird flu questions, answered
It’s flu season – and not just for humans. Bird flu, or avian influenza, refers to many viruses that typically infect birds, similar to human flu viruses.
The current bird flu outbreak is called H5N1. It spreads easily in birds, often causing them severe disease and a high risk of death. The virus can impact other animals and humans; however, the severity of infections is not the same. At this moment, the risk to the public from...
