The World Health Organization announced the first case of human infection with bird flu virus A(H5N2) in the world.
Publika.az reports that the incident took place in Mexico.
It was noted that the authorities of Mexico informed the WHO about the bird flu A(H5N2) virus detected in a resident of the state of Mexico.
This is the first laboratory-confirmed case of human infection with influenza A(H5N2) virus in the world.
It was noted that the source of the virus is unknown and an investigation is currently underway. Based on available information, WHO assesses the current risk to the general population from this virus as low.
We are talking about a 59-year-old resident of the state of Mexico, who has no contact with domestic birds and other animals. On April 17, the patient developed fever, shortness of breath, diarrhea, nausea, and general weakness. On April 24, the patient consulted a doctor and was admitted to the Institute of Respiratory Diseases. Despite the treatments, it was not possible to save his life.
It should be noted that earlier it was reported that people were infected with A(H5N1), A(H5N6) and A(H5N8) viruses. However, the mentioned cases have not been officially confirmed by the laboratory.
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