US reports first bird flu death in human in Louisiana

Published January 6, 2025 7:12pm ET



The first U.S. fatality to the bird flu was reported in Louisiana.

According to the Louisiana Department of Health, the patient was over 65 years old and had underlying health conditions. They were the only known person with the disease in the state.

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