The first U.S. case of bird flu leading to a death occurred in Louisiana, involving a patient over 65 with underlying conditions who had contact with sick backyard birds.
A genetic analysis indicated that the bird flu virus had mutated within the Louisiana patient, potentially leading to the severity of their illness.
Since March, 66 confirmed bird flu infections have been reported in the U.S., yet the previous illnesses were mild and mostly among farmworkers.
Health officials advise individuals in contact with sick or dead birds to wear protective gear to mitigate potential exposure risks from the virus.
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