- A 59-year-old man in Mexico City died from the H5N2 bird flu, marking the first human case globally.
- The WHO indicates the risk to the general population is low and the infection source is still unknown.
- The case might be linked to recent H5N2 outbreaks in Mexican poultry, but confirmation is pending.
A 59-year-old man in Mexico City has died from the H5N2 subtype of bird flu, the first reported human case of this strain globally. The man had pre-existing health conditions and no known contact with poultry or animals, leaving the infection source unclear.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has stated that the risk to the general public is low. Although there have been recent outbreaks of H5N2 in Mexican poultry, a direct link to the man’s infection has not yet been confirmed.
H5N2 strain of bird flu kills first human in Mexico
A 59-year-old man in Mexico City has died from the H5N2 subtype of bird flu, marking the first recorded human case of this strain worldwide. The individual had underlying health conditions and had no known exposure to poultry or other animals, leaving the infection source unclear.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has indicated that the risk to the general public is low despite this development. Recent outbreaks of H5N2 in Mexican poultry have raised concerns but are not yet confirmed as linked to this case.
Authorities are investigating the possible connections and tracing the infection’s origin. The WHO emphasizes that continued surveillance and caution are essential to prevent further spread.
Public health measures are being reinforced to monitor and control potential outbreaks, ensuring that the virus does not pose a broader threat.
This case underscores the need for ongoing vigilance and enhanced public health measures to monitor and control bird flu strains. The WHO and local authorities are actively investigating to prevent further spread, ensuring that the virus remains contained and does not pose a broader threat to the population.
“This case underscores the importance of ongoing surveillance and vigilance in monitoring bird flu strains to prevent further spread and protect public health,” stated a WHO spokesperson.
