HMPV, Bird Flu and Norovirus: What Should US Be Most Worried About?
Health experts told Newsweek about the threats posed by the viruses and shared the best ways to protect oneself.
Bird Flu Risk Remains Low After First US Death, WHO Says
The risk to the general population from H5N1 bird flu remains low, a World Health Organization spokesperson said on Tuesday, following the first death of a patient from the virus in the United States.
First bird flu patient in U.S. dies in Louisiana
The first patient hospitalized with avian influenza in the United States has died in Louisiana, the state's department of health announced Monday.
When Was the Last Bird Flu Outbreak? Chart Shows Spike in Cases
At least 66 people in the U.S. tested positive for the bird flu during 2024, including 63 cases that resulted from exposure to infected livestock, according to the
First U.S. fatality from bird flu reported in Louisiana
A Louisiana resident infected by H5N1 bird flu has died, state authorities there reported Monday, marking the first U.S. death from the disease. The patient, a person older than 65 years with preexisting conditions,
What to Know About Bird Flu After the First US Death
For influenza viruses, imperfection is a strength. They constantly mutate, producing new strains that challenge immune systems primed to fight earlier varieties. That’s what makes flu a life-long threat to humans and the animal species — mainly birds — that are vulnerable to it.
First human death from bird flu reported in U.S.
Health officials in Louisiana say a man has died from bird flu, the first death in the United States related to the virus. NBC News' Anne Thompson reports.
This Is the Deadliest Foodborne Illness, According to the World Health Organization
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and the World Health Organization teamed up to publish a new ...
What Is The HMPV Virus Surging In China?
Plenty of viruses are having their strongest season for years. But experts have urged calm about HMPV, which is not a new ...
Norovirus outbreaks are on the rise around the country and on cruise ships
Last year, there were 16 outbreaks on cruise ships, from norovirus, salmonella, E. coli or other unidentified pathogens that ...
Why norovirus is so hard to kill: Here's how to protect yourself from 'the perfect pathogen'
Norovirus, sometimes called the “winter vomiting disease” or “two-bucket disease” —because it causes both vomiting and ...
Why you should buy an EV soon, norovirus surge, human composting: Catch up on the day’s stories
1️⃣ EV tax credits: If you’re thinking about buying an electric vehicle, better hurry. President-elect Donald Trump said he ...
Public health experts are warning of a ‘quad-demic’ this winter. Here’s where flu, COVID, RSV, and norovirus are spreading
Taking precautions to protect yourself from the quartet of infectious diseases can lessen your odds of bringing an illness ...
Viruses spiking in the United States as peak season arrives in winter
Several viruses -- seasonal flu, stomach flu, COVID-19 and RSV -- are surging in the United States and are expected to spike ...
Pandemic 2025? After Covid-19, These Infectious Viruses Can Be The Cause For Another Worldwide Epidemic
As the world continues to recover from the devastating effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, experts are now warning about potential new infectious threats in 2025. With the global health landscape still ...
HMPV Symptoms as China Faces New Outbreak
Symptoms of the virus are similar to that of other respiratory illnesses that are currently circulating throughout the U.S.
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Norovirus cases are spiking across the U.S.
What's behind the spike in norovirus cases? Cases went down during the pandemic, likely due to better hand hygiene. This spike is likely due to people returning to our old, nasty habits.
What are your questions about norovirus?
Cases of norovirus are surging in the United States. It’s the country’s leading cause of foodborne illnesses but there have ...