Canada reports first suspected human bird flu case
Canada Records First Presumed Human Bird Flu Case: A New Health Threat
Canada confirmed its first suspected human case of avian influenza, or bird flu, after a B.C. teenager tested positive for the H5 strain of the virus, on November 12, 2024. The case is still under investigation but is one of the most important events in Canadian public health as it raises concerns with regards to the potential spread of disease among humans and animals. The health officers are working their full diligence and identifying how the infection was acquired and the risks involved.
The Case in British Columbia