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Jun 4 • 7 tweets • 1 min read
⚠️ BREAKING:

H5N1 Avian Influenza Virus from Michigan Dairy Worker Found to Transmit Airborne in Animal Model, Raising Pandemic Concerns. Image A newly published study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides critical insight into the transmissibility and pathogenicity of a highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 virus isolated from a dairy farm worker in Michigan.
May 20 • 8 tweets • 2 min read
⚠️ BREAKING:

China 🇨🇳 Hit by New COVID Surge Driven by Omicron XDV and NB.1.8.1 Variants Hospitals Overwhelmed, Beijing Warns of Delayed Response

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Image New COVID-19 infections are rising again across China, driven by Omicron subvariants NB.1.8.1 and XDV.

Viral videos show crowded hospitals and long lines, fueling public concern over a potential new wave.
May 14 • 5 tweets • 1 min read
⚠️ BREAKING:

U.S. 🇺🇲 Sees 1.624 Million COVID-19 Cases in a Week as COVID-19 Transmission Exceeds to 21.9%

Currently 1 in 206 Americans Infected with COVID-19. Image The U.S. has reported 1.624 million new COVID-19 cases in a single week, with daily infections reaching 232,000, according to the PMC COVID-19 Forecasting Model.

The latest data indicates that 1 in every 206 Americans is currently infected.

Transmission exceeds 21.9% of peaks.
Apr 1 • 7 tweets • 2 min read
⚠️ BREAKING:

Chinese Researchers 🇨🇳 Identify New PDCoV Strain from Pigs Infecting Humans and Disrupting Genetic Expression, Raising Zoonotic Pandemic Concerns. Image
Image Researchers from China have discovered a new strain of porcine deltacoronavirus (PDCoV), CHN/SX-2023, capable of infecting human liver cells and disrupting genetic expression, raising concerns about animal viruses infecting humans.
Feb 10 • 6 tweets • 2 min read
⚠️ BREAKING:

U.S. 🇺🇸 reports 5.012 million new COVID-19 cases in a single week, with 716,000 daily infections.

Currently, 1 in every 67 Americans is infected with COVID-19.

Transmission rates are now higher than at any point during 61.0% of the pandemic. Image According to the latest data from the PMC COVID-19 Forecasting Model, the country has reported a staggering 5.012 million new cases in just one week, equating to 716,000 daily infections.
Jan 17 • 6 tweets • 2 min read
⚠️ BREAKING:

H5N1 Cases Surge to Highest Level Since 2015, WHO Warns Virus Could Mutate to Spread Easily Between Humans, Saying "It's Only a Matter of Time"; Nearly Half of Infected Humans Have Died Since 2003.

Transmission lets the virus mutate or merge, creating new strains. Last year, the United States reported 66 cases of H5N1, alongside cases in Cambodia, Viet Nam, Australia, Canada, and China, marking the highest number of human infections since 2015.
Jan 11 • 6 tweets • 3 min read
⚠️ BREAKING:

China’s 🇨🇳 Hospitals Overwhelmed by H1N1 and Human Metapneumovirus Outbreak, Fears of Mutations Rise as Virus Spreads.

Hospitals in China are overwhelmed with H1N1 cases, and the "human metapneumovirus" outbreak raises concerns about dangerous mutations. Image
Image Hospitals across China are struggling to cope with a significant surge in fever patients, causing overcrowded emergency departments, particularly in major cities like Beijing, Tianjin, Shanghai, and Wuhan.
Jan 10 • 6 tweets • 2 min read
⚠️ BREAKING:

Norway 🇳🇴 Prepares for Potential Bird Flu Pandemic, Secures 11 Million Vaccines.

The Norwegian Institute of Public Health is stepping up its preparedness against bird flu, and has secured an option for 11 million vaccines in the event of a pandemic. Image On Wednesday, municipal doctors in Norway were updated on the risk assessment. The agreement with two suppliers ensures vaccines will be produced first if a pandemic-causing influenza virus emerges, providing two doses for every person in Norway.
Jan 7 • 5 tweets • 1 min read
⚠️ BREAKING:

Schools in China 🇨🇳 Closed as HMPV Infections Surge; WHO Demands Detailed Information on Outbreak.

Schools in Wuhan, China, have been closed amid a rise in HMPV infections.

WHO expresses concern and seeks detailed information from China. Image In Wuhan, over 30 children fell ill due to a rapid spread of HMPV, prompting school closures to prevent further transmission.

The WHO has expressed concern and requested detailed information from China.
Jan 6 • 7 tweets • 2 min read
⚠️ BREAKING:

Multiple Virus Outbreaks Strike China's 🇨🇳 Hubei Province, Wuhan City Schools Closed.

Multiple viruses, including Influenza A, Norovirus, and COVID-19, are spreading in Wuhan, China. Image Parents in Wuhan are reporting multiple viruses, including norovirus, influenza A, and COVID-19. On January 1, a mother shared that three family members had norovirus, while one had influenza A.
Jan 4 • 6 tweets • 2 min read
⚠️ BREAKING:

U.S. 🇺🇸 reports 6.678 million new COVID-19 cases in a single week, with 954,000 daily infections.

Currently, 1 in every 50 Americans is infected with COVID-19.

Transmission rates are now higher than at any point during 82.3% of the pandemic. Image According to the latest data from the PMC COVID-19 Forecasting Model, the country has reported a staggering 6.678 million new cases in just one week, equating to 954,000 daily infections.
Jan 3 • 7 tweets • 2 min read
⚠️ BREAKING:

China’s 🇨🇳 Metapneumovirus Outbreak Continues to Surge, Hospitals Overwhelmed as Children Are Infected.

China is grappling with a human metapneumovirus (HMPV) outbreak, with children and the elderly most affected.

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Image Ms. Li from Xianyang, Xi'an: "Many children, including my neighbors' grandchildren, have colds and fevers. We don't have children, but I've heard from several neighbors that many kids are sick lately, though it might not be a cold. The main symptom is fever."
Jan 1 • 6 tweets • 2 min read
⚠️ BREAKING:

China 🇨🇳 Declares State of Emergency as Epidemic Overwhelms Hospitals and Crematoriums.

Multiple viruses, including Influenza A, HMPV, Mycoplasma pneumoniae, and COVID-19, are spreading rapidly across China. Image
 China is facing a surge in multiple viruses, including Influenza A, HMPV, Mycoplasma pneumoniae, and COVID-19, overwhelming hospitals and crematoriums.

Children's hospitals are particularly strained by rising pneumonia and "white lung" cases.
Dec 31, 2024 • 5 tweets • 1 min read
⚠️ BREAKING:

CDC on High Alert as Bird Flu Cases Rise, Potentially Developing into a Pandemic.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is closely monitoring the rise in bird flu cases in the U.S., especially for signs that it could develop into a pandemic. Image With 66 confirmed human cases, the CDC is on high alert for "red flags," such as outbreaks spreading from person to person or genetic mutations in the virus that might allow it to transmit more easily between humans.
Dec 31, 2024 • 5 tweets • 1 min read
⚠️ BREAKING:

U.S. 🇺🇸 Reports 6.678 million New COVID-19 Infections in One Week.

Currently, 1 in 50 Americans is Infected with COVID-19.

COVID-19 transmission is currently higher than it was during 82.3% of the pandemic. Image According to the PMC COVID-19 Forecasting Model, the United States has reported 6.678 million new COVID-19 infections in just one week.

Currently, 1 in every 50 Americans is infected with the virus.
Dec 28, 2024 • 6 tweets • 2 min read
⚠️ BREAKING:

Hospitals in China 🇨🇳 Overwhelmed as Severe "Flu" Outbreak, Including Influenza A and HMPV, Resembling 2020 COVID Surge.

Hospitals in China are overwhelmed as outbreaks of "influenza A" and "human metapneumovirus" resemble the COVID-19 surge from three years ago.

Hospitals across China are overwhelmed as many children and adults show symptoms of fever and colds. Officials blame "Influenza A" and "Human Metapneumovirus," but many compare the outbreak to the COVID-19 surge three years ago.
Dec 26, 2024 • 5 tweets • 1 min read
⚠️ BREAKING:

U.S. 🇺🇸 Reports 4.242 million New COVID-19 Infections in One Week.

Currently, 1 in 79 Americans is Infected with COVID-19.

COVID-19 transmission is currently higher than it was during 59.2% of the pandemic. Image According to the PMC COVID-19 Forecasting Model, the United States has reported 4.242 million new COVID-19 infections in just one week.

Currently, 1 in every 79 Americans is infected with the virus.
Dec 20, 2024 • 5 tweets • 1 min read
⚠️ BREAKING:

U.S. 🇺🇸 Sees Record 750,000 Daily COVID-19 Infections and 5.236 Million New Cases in One Week Amid 10th Wave Surge

Currently, 1 in every 64 Americans is infected with COVID-19, and an estimated 5 million new infections are expected this week. Image According to the PMC COVID-19 Forecasting Model, the U.S. is facing a significant surge in COVID-19 infections. Currently, 1 in 64 Americans (1.6%) is actively infected with the virus, with 750,000 new daily infections being reported and numbers continuing to rise.
Dec 16, 2024 • 6 tweets • 2 min read
⚠️ BREAKING:

U.S. 🇺🇸 Reports 5.236 million New COVID-19 Infections in One Week.

Currently, 1 in 64 Americans is Infected with COVID-19.

COVID-19 transmission is currently higher than it was during 73.3% of the pandemic. Image As of December 16, 2024, the United States is experiencing a significant rise in COVID-19 cases, with the virus circulating more widely than in nearly three years.

The PMC COVID-19 Forecasting Model shows transmission is higher than in 73.3% of the pandemic.
Dec 10, 2024 • 7 tweets • 2 min read
⚠️ BREAKING:

U.S. 🇺🇸 Reports 2.5 million New COVID-19 Infections in One Week.

Currently, 1 in 134 Americans is Infected with COVID-19.

COVID-19 transmission is currently higher than it was during 43.5% of the pandemic. Image According to the PMC COVID-19 Forecasting Model, the United States has reported 2.5 million new COVID-19 infections in just one week.

Currently, 1 in every 134 Americans is infected with the virus.
Nov 21, 2024 • 10 tweets • 2 min read
⚠️ BREAKING:

Expert Warns H5N1 Virus "Poised to Explode" Into Global Pandemic, Urges Immediate Action

THE world could be on the brink of a “disastrous” bird flu outbreak, a top epidemiologist has warned. Image This month, a teenager in Canada tested positive for a mutated version of the highly pathogenic H5N1 virus that may be more transmissible to humans.