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EU Warns of Looming Bird Flu Pandemic Risk

7/3/2025

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A US bird flu strain may soon cross the Atlantic, carried by migrating wild birds and dairy imports, warn EU scientists. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) emphasizes the need for vigilance, as the virus, though not yet transmitted, poses a looming pandemic threat. Swift monitoring and preparedness are crucial to safeguard public health across Europe.

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A US bird flu strain may soon cross the Atlantic, carried by migrating wild birds and dairy imports, warn EU scientists. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) emphasizes the need for vigilance, as the virus, though not yet transmitted, poses a looming pandemic threat. Swift monitoring and preparedness are crucial to safeguard public health across Europe.