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A Young Life Cut Short by the Flu

December 28, 2025

In Alabama, a small town is mourning the loss of a young boy. Jace Watkins, just 11 years old, passed away after a brief but intense battle with the flu. He was a student at Hueytown Intermediate School, a place where he likely spent his days learning and growing, as kids do. Jace's health took a s

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Avian Flu Strikes Again at Maricopa County Farm

May 28, 2025

Avian flu has made another appearance in Maricopa County, Arizona. This time, it's hit a commercial farm that raises poultry. The Arizona Department of Agriculture confirmed the news after tests came back positive. The farm, identified as Hickman's Family Farms, quickly went into quarantine mode. Th

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Bird Flu's First Fatality in Mexico: A Young Life Lost

April 9, 2025

The bird flu, also known as H5N1, has made a grim mark in Mexico. A young girl, just three years old, has become the country's first human casualty of this virus. She was from the western part of Mexico. Health officials confirmed her death early in the morning due to severe breathing problems cause

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Bird Flu: The New Normal

March 20, 2025

Bird flu, specifically the H5N1 strain, is becoming a permanent fixture in our world. This virus is evolving rapidly and finding new ways to infect mammals, including humans. It's spreading widely among both domestic and wild animals, and the exact paths it takes to do so remain unclear. While the r

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Bird Flu's Impact on Wild Birds and Backyard Feeders

March 18, 2025

Bird flu has been a significant issue for poultry and dairy farms across the United States since it first appeared in North America in late 2021. This outbreak has led to a sharp increase in egg prices. But how has it affected wild birds? More than 170 different species of North American wild birds,

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Flu's Hidden Danger: A Little Girl's Fight

March 6, 2025

Imagine a typical day turning into a nightmare. That's what happened to a family in Ohio when their 4-year-old daughter, Locklynn, caught the flu. The flu is usually seen as a minor illness, but for some, it can lead to severe complications. Locklynn's story is a stark reminder of the flu's potent

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Egg Prices Soar: Bird Flu or Big Business?

February 28, 2025

Egg prices have skyrocketed to unprecedented levels, leaving many consumers scratching their heads. The culprit? Bird flu, according to the egg industry. More than 166 million birds have been culled to stop the virus from spreading. This has led to a significant drop in the number of egg-laying hens

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Bird Flu: The New Dairy Dilemma

February 22, 2025

Bird flu is causing trouble in unexpected places. A new strain of H5N1 has made its way into dairy cows in Nevada and Arizona. This is a big deal because it means the virus is spreading in ways scientists didn't expect. Now, experts are scratching their heads, trying to figure out how this happened

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Flu Fever: Why The US is Seeing a Surge in Cases

February 17, 2025

The US is currently facing a significant flu outbreak. This season has seen between 29 and 51 million people infected and up to 820, 000 hospitalizations since October. Experts are pointing fingers at post-COVID vaccine fatigue and misinformation for this surge. The flu virus, specifically influenza

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Bird Flu Hits Wyoming: What You Need to Know

February 15, 2025

In the heart of southeast Wyoming, an elderly woman is currently battling bird flu, also known as Type A H5N1 influenza. This marks the first time a human case has been confirmed in the state. The woman, who resides in Platte County, is believed to have caught the virus from an infected flock of bir