First Fatal Human Case of H5N2 Avian Influenza Reported in Mexico June 7, 2024 In a significant and concerning development, the World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed the first fatal human case of H5N2 avian influenza. This case, reported in Mexico, marks a critical point in the monitoring and understanding of avian influenza strains and their impact on human health. Case Details On June 5, 2024, WHO announced that a patient in Mexico succumbed to H5N2 avian influenza. This individual had been bedridden for three weeks prior to contracting the virus,…
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