{"id":6428,"date":"2025-01-28T10:13:48","date_gmt":"2025-01-28T08:13:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/foliush-igor.com\/vypadky-ptashynogo-grypu-sered-lyudej-u-ssha-zrostayut\/"},"modified":"2025-01-28T10:17:45","modified_gmt":"2025-01-28T08:17:45","slug":"human-cases-of-avian-influenza-in-the-us-are-on-the-rise","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/foliush-igor.com\/en\/human-cases-of-avian-influenza-in-the-us-are-on-the-rise\/","title":{"rendered":"Human cases of avian influenza in the US are on the rise"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The spread of avian influenza among livestock and mammals in the United States is sparking concerns about its potential to evolve into a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.npr.org\/2025\/01\/27\/1263339284\/bird-flu-update-influenza\">pandemic<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_3907\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3907\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3907\" src=\"https:\/\/foliush-igor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1200-800-10-05-24-01-4.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/foliush-igor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1200-800-10-05-24-01-4.webp 1200w, https:\/\/foliush-igor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1200-800-10-05-24-01-4-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3907\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">by @gelpi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Last month, California declared a state of emergency due to an avian influenza outbreak in dairy cattle, marking a significant development in the disease&#8217;s spread. Over 65 human cases were reported, with most being mild, yet the situation has raised alarms within the scientific community. Dr Jesse Goodman, an expert in infectious diseases from Georgetown University, highlighted the urgency of vigilance: <div class=\"su-quote su-quote-style-default\"><div class=\"su-quote-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">&#8220;It&#8217;s like the brushwood burning around your house. You better pay attention because it could turn into something else.&#8221;<\/div><\/div> This analogy underscores the virus&#8217;s potential to become more dangerous if left unchecked.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The primary concern lies in the possibility of the virus mutating into a form that could facilitate efficient human-to-human transmission. The general population currently faces a low risk, as infection typically occurs through direct contact with infected animals. However, the dynamics of viral evolution mean that the threat could escalate unpredictably. This reinforces the need for robust surveillance systems and preparedness measures to mitigate the impact of such an event.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Addressing this challenge requires a multifaceted approach, including enhancing public health infrastructure, investing in vaccine research, and raising public awareness about preventive measures. Coordinated action at the national and international levels is critical to preventing the disease from progressing into a full-blown pandemic.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The current avian influenza outbreak is a stark reminder of the ongoing need for vigilance, scientific innovation, and global cooperation to minimize the risks posed by zoonotic diseases. By strengthening our healthcare systems and promoting proactive strategies, we can reduce the likelihood of severe consequences in the future.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The spread of avian influenza among livestock and mammals in the United States is sparking concerns about its potential to evolve into a pandemic. Last month, California declared a state of emergency due to an avian influenza outbreak in dairy cattle, marking a significant development in the disease&#8217;s spread. 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