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First Human Death from H5N2 Bird Flu Reported in Mexico

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First Human Death from H5N2 Bird Flu Reported in Mexico
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The World Health Organization has reported the first human case of H5N2 bird flu in Mexico, resulting in the death of a 59-year-old with underlying health conditions. The source of the infection is unknown, but H5N2 has been found in Mexican poultry. The risk to the general public is considered low, as there is no evidence of sustained human-to-human transmission. No further cases have been identified among those in contact with the patient.

Topics:worldhealth#bird-flu#h5n2#health#human-infection#mexico#who
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  1. First-ever human case of H5N2 bird flu reported in Mexico, WHO says  CNN
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  4. Man in Mexico dies in first known human case of H5N2 bird flu variant  The Washington Post
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