For influenza viruses, imperfection is a strength. They constantly mutate, producing new strains that challenge immune ...

If taking charge of your health is among your New Year’s resolutions, you might consider getting your 2024–25 seasonal ...

The first severe human case of bird flu was recently reported in the U.S. Here are some ways the U.S. may be repeating the ...

Public health officials have warned that new mutations of bird flu with human flu could have dangerous consequences.

If you've been to the grocery store lately, you've likely noticed the price for eggs has not only gone up, but they're not ...

A 13-year-old girl in Canada became so sick with H5N1, or bird flu, in late 2024 that she had to be put on a ventilator.

Doctors say the case of a teen left in critical condition shows H5N1 "can cause severe human illness." Mutations in the virus are deepening concerns about the spread of H5N1.

Teen's recovery from H5N1 bird flu raises concerns after genetic mutations suggest virus could become more dangerous to ...

In coming years, the bird flu may cost billions of dollars more in expenses and losses. Worse, the outbreak poses the threat ...