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World Health News LIVE: Measles Out of Control In US; H5N1 Bird Flu Spreads In Liberia, Deadly Virus Surge Alarms Europe
World Health News Live Updates: The United States is currently grappling with the worst Measles outbreak in over 20 years. As per the CDC's latest report, the country has logged over 800 confirmed cases so far, out of which 500 have come from Texas. Measles, a highly contagious virus which can trigger serious health complications such as pneumonia, brain swelling, and even death.
On the other hand, Liberia has reported an outbreak of the highly dangerous H5N1 avian influenza, also known as the bird flu virus, sparking fears of a possible zoonotic spillover - a similar condition to what we faced with the COVID virus. The World Health Organisation (WHO) is monitoring the situation closely and advising strict biosecurity measures.
Countries across the globe is facing a serious threat as multiple viral outbreaks are emerging after years, raising red flags among health authorities. Stay tuned with us for all the latest health news and developments from around the world.
