The Daily How Close Are We to Another Pandemic?
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Feb 13, 2025 
Apoorva Mandavilli, a science and global health reporter for The New York Times, dives into the alarming spread of the H5N1 bird flu virus and its potential impact on public health. She discusses how the virus has evolved, increasing risks to both animal and human populations. The conversation highlights the U.S. government's preparedness deficiencies and communication failures amid rising concerns of another pandemic. With egg prices skyrocketing and public trust eroding, Mandavilli emphasizes the urgent need for effective responses to future health crises.
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H5N1's Unusual Host Range
- H5N1, a bird flu virus, has shown an unusual ability to infect various mammals, alarming experts.
- This wide range of host species in a short time is unprecedented and raises concerns.
Daily Bird Flu News
- Apoorva Mandavilli receives daily Google Alerts about bird flu, highlighting its widespread impact.
- These alerts detail numerous deaths in various species, from birds to zoo animals, emphasizing the scale of the problem.
Egg Shortage and Prices
- The current egg shortage is linked to the widespread culling of infected poultry flocks.
- Expect continued egg shortages and price increases as the virus remains in high circulation.