A teenager diagnosed with bird flu in British Columbia is the first domestically acquired human case of H5N1 avian influenza, the Public Health Agency of Canada says. The H5N1 form of avian influenza remains a virus mainly found in birds. Based on current evidence, the risk of avian influenza infection for the general public remains low at this time, PHAC said. The risk of avian influenza infection is higher for those who have unprotected exposure to infected animals. with avian flu infections (new window), along with two in Alberta and one in Saskatchewan.

Source: CBC News November 16, 2024 10:12 UTC