Bird Flu Monitor > Mild H5N1 Cases in Egypt Raise Concerns

[Recombinomics Whats New] However, the recent mild cases raise concerns that the level of H5N1 cases in Egypt is markedly higher than reported. Many cases who do not develop pneumonia and have mild cases similar to the most recent case likely do not seek medical attention, while others may be treated for seasonal flu and recover untested for H5N1. 

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