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January 7, 2025

Is it safe to eat eggs amid bird flu outbreaks?

The spread of avian influenza (HPAI) has also impacted the nationwide supply of poultry products, including eggs. Experts discuss whether it's safe to continue eating eggs.

January 7, 2025

CDC monitoring possible spike of HMPV cases in China

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says there is a reported spike in human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in China, and they are monitoring it closely.

January 6, 2025

Louisiana reports first bird flu-related human death in US

A patient in Louisiana who had been hospitalized with the first human case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, or bird flu, has died, health officials said Monday.

December 30, 2024

Bird flu patient had virus mutations, sparking concern about human spread

The patient in Louisiana who was hospitalized with severe bird flu illness was found to have a mutated version of the virus. Doctors react and share their concerns.

December 28, 2024

7 of Google’s most-searched health questions in 2024, with expert responses

An analysis of 2024 Google search data revealed the top health questions asked by Americans. A registered nurse provides answers to the seven most common inquiries.

December 22, 2024

Traveling for Christmas? Stay healthy with these 7 tips

Dr. Marc Siegel, clinical professor of medicine at NYU Langone Health and 91±¬ÁÏ senior medical analyst, shares his top tips for preventing illness during holiday travel.

December 22, 2024

Doctor shares his top tips for staying healthy during holiday travel

Traveling increases the risk of getting sick — but there are steps you can take to increase your chances of staying healthy while away from home. Dr. Marc Siegel, 91±¬ÁÏ senior medical analyst, shares his favorite tips.

December 19, 2024

Bird flu leads to severe human illness and state of emergency; experts discuss risk

The CDC has confirmed the country’s first severe case of bird flu in a human, and California Gov. Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency. Doctors react to the latest viral developments.

December 18, 2024

Governor Newsom declares state of emergency in California due to bird flu

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency due to H5N1, more commonly known as avian influenza or bird flu. The emergency follows an outbreak of the virus among dairy cows in Southern California farms.

December 18, 2024

First severe case of bird flu detected in US, CDC confirms

A patient has been hospitalized with a severe case of H5N1 infection in Louisiana, the CDC said. This is first instance of a severe illness linked to bird flu in the U.S.