A ny time a person catches H5N1, or bird flu, their infection is a chance for the virus to mutate in the wrong direction.

Researchers point to social, diagnostic and biological factors to help explain a rise in diagnoses in recent years.

The BC Centre for Disease Control says it is comparing the genetic features of a local teenager's avian flu case with that of ...

A detailed examination of how patients respond to the drug at various times and doses provides greater context to a recent ...

"Due to the introduction of new HPAI (highly pathogenic avian influenza) strains, namely D1.1 from wild birds, and persistent outbreaks among commercial poultry farms, USDA believes it is prudent to ...

The main concerns when it comes to getting sick in the wintertime are respiratory viruses. Numbers show that flu, RSV and ...

While the American Veterinary Medical Association says virtually all mammals can get bird flu, the disease is proving to be especially dangerous for cats. While there haven’t been many cases they warn ...

Fires have been ravaging Los Angeles County since Jan. 7, and the smoke can have negative health effects on those in ...

Amidst national debates on fluoride safety, this mineral, found in dental products and water supplies, is renowned for preventing tooth decay by fortifying enamel. However, recent concerns suggest ...

Dr. Vivek Murthy is now suggesting labels on alcoholic drinks should warn Americans about an increased risk of several cancers. Although the link between excessive drinking and cancer has long been ...