Mexico Reports First Human Case of Bird Flu

Mexico Reports First Human Case of Bird Flu

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Updated 6 days ago

Initial Diagnosis and Response

A 3-year-old girl from became 's first confirmed human case of bird flu, identified with Type A , raising concerns as the virus spread among animals and some humans in the

The girl was hospitalized in , initially treated with anti-flu medication, and was in serious condition. Health officials began testing wild birds near her home to determine the source of infection.

Developments and Public Health Measures

Following her hospitalization, the girl unfortunately died from respiratory complications caused by the infection, marking a tragic outcome for the country's first case.

Health authorities tested 38 human contacts of the girl, all returning negative for the virus, suggesting a low risk of further human infections. The public health response emphasizes monitoring and testing to mitigate spread.
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