Rare Bird Flu Strain Detected in Washington State Resident
Summary
A person in Washington State has been confirmed to have the H5N5 bird flu, the first such human case detected. Health officials say the risk to the general public is low, and there is no evidence of the virus spreading between people.Key Facts
- The H5N5 strain of bird flu has been detected in a human in Washington State.
- The infection comes from a Grays Harbor County resident who had contact with birds.
- This is the first known human case of H5N5 bird flu reported.
- U.S. recorded 71 bird flu cases, with one death, but considers public risk low.
- Bird flu generally spreads in fall and winter due to bird migrations.
- Experts say influenza virus changes are common but don't always mean more severe illness.
- Health authorities advise poultry owners to be cautious and report sick birds.
- CDC states no recent human avian flu cases before this incident since February 2025.
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