CDC Says Source of Missouri Human Bird Flu Case Remains Unknown

Published on September 14, 2024

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said on Thursday that it has not been able to identify a “clear source” of exposure in Missouri’s first human avian influenza case. A Missouri resident tested positive last week for bird flu despite having no known contact with an infected animal, marking the first case of this kind, according to public health officials. The patient, who had underlying medical conditions, was hospitalized on Aug. 22. Nirav Shah, principal deputy director at the CDC, said the patient experienced chest pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Shah said during a call with reporters that the patient was not “severely ill” and did not require intensive care. The patient was treated with antiviral medications and has since recovered....

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