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First US Human Death From Bird Flu Reported First US Human Death From Bird Flu Reported
First US Human Death From Bird Flu Reported Authorities have confirmed the first human death in the United States caused by highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), or H5N1.  The announcement was made by the Louisiana Department of Health on Monday, Jan. 6.  Earlier Report: First Severe Bird Flu Case Confirmed In US The patient, a man over 65 with underlying health conditions, was hospitalized before succumbing to the illness after exposure to a non-commercial backyard flock and wild birds. The Louisiana Department of Health said it has conducted a public health investigation and found no additional cases or …

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by Joe Lombardi
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Harmful Bacterial Bloom Forces Worcester Lake To Close Harmful Bacterial Bloom Forces Worcester Lake To Close
Harmful Bacterial Bloom Forces Worcester Lake To Close Officials in Worcester closed Indian Lake after a bacterial bloom that is harmful to humans and animals was detected in the water.  The Department of Inspectional Services said it had found cyanobacteria in the lake, which can produce toxins harmful to people and pets, the city announced on Thursday, Aug. 1. Indian Lake would remain closed until tests come back clean.  City officials said anyone who comes in contact with scum at Indian Lake should wash it off immediately with fresh water. Pet owners should contact their veterinarians immediately if their animals ingest a…

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by Josh Lanier