WHO reports world’s first case of avian influenza A(H5N2) in Mexico
The world’s first case of human infection with avian influenza A(H5N2) virus was recorded in Mexico. reported at the World Health Organization (WHO).
The sick 59-year-old man died. His family reported that he had no contact with poultry or other animals, and that he had been bedridden for other reasons for three weeks.
“Based on available information, WHO assesses the current risk to the general population associated with this virus to be low,” it said.
In March, Rospotrebnadzor announced a high level of Russia’s preparedness for new viruses. The statement was released amid discussions in the scientific community about “Disease X”. The department emphasized that the Sanitary Shield anti-infection system operates on the territory of the state.
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