JOURNAL ARTICLE

Bird Flu Could be the Next Big Health Risk. Where's the Vaccine?

  • Published In: Time International - Atlantic Edition, 2025, v. 205, n. 1/2. P. 14 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Park, Alice 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the potential threat of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (H5N1 bird flu) spreading from wild birds to humans, with recent cases causing severe illness. While the risk to the general public is currently low, public health officials are preparing for wider outbreaks and the need for an effective vaccine. Efforts are underway to develop an updated H5N1 vaccine, including mRNA vaccines from companies like Moderna and Pfizer, with the hope of providing protection against potential pandemics. Currently, there are no recommendations for H5N1 vaccination in the U.S., but other countries like Finland are offering vaccines to high-risk groups. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Time International - Atlantic Edition. 2025/01, Vol. 205, Issue 1/2, p14
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Life Sciences
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0928-8430
  • Accession Number:182257703
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