Avian Flu Pandemic Warning: H5N1 Virus Spreads, Cats Infected

Avian Flu H5N1: Pandemic Threat Looms as Virus Spreads, Cats Infected Scientists are raising alarms about a potential global pandemic of the H5N1 avian flu virus. The virus is spreading rapidly across Europe and the United States, with alarming rates of infection observed in cat populations. This raises serious concerns about the virus's potential to mutate and transmit from human to human. "If this virus acquires one or two mutations, it will start spreading from person to person," warns Alexander Ginzburg, Director of the Gamaleya Research Institute. "It could cause a pandemic far exceeding the scale of COVID-19." The video highlights the urgency of developing a vaccine to prevent a potential catastrophe. The rapid spread and the infection of cats underscore the severity of the situation. The potential for a new pandemic is a matter of grave concern for public health officials worldwide. The World Health Organization (WHO) is closely monitoring the situation and coordinating global efforts to address the threat. Early vaccine development is seen as crucial to mitigate the impact of a potential pandemic.