The CDC reported its scientists had compared viruses ... But she called the current H5N1 situation “grim,” noting there has been an explosion of human cases. “More [genetic] sequences ...

“Additionally, CDC partnerships with commercial labs mean that H5N1 tests are now available to doctor’s offices around the country, significantly increasing testing capacity.” The CDC added ...

“We don’t know what combination of mutations would lead to a pandemic H5N1 virus… but the more humans are infected, the more chances a pandemic virus will emerge.”The CDC has confirmed 65 ...

The CDC has declared the first “severe” case of H5N1 bird flu in the U.S., according to a press release published Wednesday. The good news? The person who contracted the virus appears to have ...

To prepare for if the current outbreak worsens, Hologic is partnering with the CDC to develop reagents that may be used for H5N1 testing. The contract will fund proof-of-concept development of ...

Colorized transmission electron micrograph of avian influenza A H5N1 virus particles (yellow). [Photo: CDC and NIAID] BY Michael Grothaus 4 minute read This week, the Centers for Disease Control ...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has identified mutations in the H5N1 bird flu virus that may increase ...