Mon Jan 06 20:50:00 UTC 2025: ## First U.S. Death from Bird Flu Confirmed in Louisiana
**BATON ROUGE, LA** – Louisiana health officials confirmed Monday the first death from bird flu (avian influenza) in the United States. The patient, who was over 65 and had underlying health conditions, was exposed to birds from a non-commercial backyard flock and wild birds.
The individual’s case was initially reported last month by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as the first severe case of bird flu in the country. At that time, the patient was described as experiencing severe respiratory illness and was in critical condition.
The U.S. has been experiencing a significant avian influenza outbreak since April. This death underscores the potential severity of the virus, particularly in vulnerable populations. Further details regarding the patient are being withheld to protect their privacy. The investigation into this case is ongoing.
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