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Dicky birds: the next pandemic?

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Navigating the Bird Flu Threat

This chapter explores the potential risk of the H5N1 bird flu strain evolving into a pandemic, detailing recent cases in humans and the challenges of managing animal infections. It highlights the effectiveness of current vaccinations while addressing the complexities of controlling outbreaks in different species, particularly poultry and dairy cattle.

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