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Infectious disease expert Dr. Robert Murphy warns that the bird flu (H5N1) could become the next global pandemic. While currently rare in humans and primarily found in animals, the virus is highly mutable, raising concerns about potential human-to-human transmission. There have been 70 human cases and one death in the U.S., with a higher fatality rate reported in Asia. Although preventive measures like vaccine stockpiling are in place, diagnostic tools and treatments need improvement.

Courtesy: metro.co.uk

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