Canada's First Human Bird Flu Case: Teen in Critical Condition

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A Canadian teenager is in critical condition with a presumptive case of bird flu, marking the first such case in Canada in over a decade. The source of the infection is unclear, as the teen had no contact with poultry or farms, raising concerns about the virus's transmission. Health officials in Canada and the U.S. are investigating, with experts urging increased testing and preparedness for potential wider impacts of the H5N1 virus. The case highlights the need for vigilance and preventive measures against bird flu.
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