H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide

This is H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide, your international focus from Quiet Please. Today, we’re examining the worldwide impact of the H5N1 avian influenza virus as we head into the final quarter of 2025.

Let’s start with the continental breakdown. According to the World Health Organization and the Pan American Health Organization, H5N1 outbreaks have hit every continent except Australia as of this year. North and South America have seen a surge in both animal and sporadic human cases, especially the United States, where more than thirty states have reported outbreaks in poultry and...

You’re listening to H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide, your international focus from Quiet Please. Today’s episode examines the ongoing global impact of the H5N1 avian flu in 2025.

Since 2020, highly pathogenic H5N1 outbreaks have reached almost every continent except Australia. According to the World Health Organization, as of July 2025, there have been nearly 1,000 reported human cases and hundreds of deaths worldwide, with most infections caused by animal-to-human transmission. The Americas, Europe, Asia, and Africa have all faced significant animal outbreaks, resulting in unprecedented fatalities among wild birds and poultry. For example, from January to A...

This is H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide. I’m your host, and for the next three minutes, we’ll spotlight the worldwide impact of H5N1 avian influenza—its threats, research strides, and the global fight to contain it.

First, a continental breakdown. Since the H5N1 resurgence of 2020, outbreaks have been reported on every continent except Australia. Asia faces the brunt, with Cambodia reporting a sharp spike in human infections—11 new cases between January and July 2025, most linked to backyard poultry. Tragically, Cambodia has recorded eight deaths this year, and India and Mexico have also seen fat...

This is H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide. I’m your host, and in the next three minutes, we’re exploring the state of H5N1 avian influenza across the globe here in August 2025.

Since its global escalation in 2020, H5N1 has left a profound mark on every continent except Australia. According to the CDC, between January and August 2025, there have been 26 confirmed human infections worldwide, with 11 deaths in Cambodia, India, and Mexico, all linked to direct contact with infected birds. The World Health Organization reports that the overall risk to the general public remains low, but note...

Welcome to H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide. In the past year, the highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza virus has continued to affect both animals and people across the world. According to the CDC, between January and early August 2025, 26 human infections were detected globally, with 11 fatalities, mainly in Cambodia, India, and Mexico. Most infections occurred after direct contact with sick or dead poultry, underscoring the continued risk that avian flu poses to populations with close animal exposure.

Let’s break down the continental impact. In Africa and Asia, large-scale outbreaks have led to animal losses and sp...

Welcome to “H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide,” your international focus podcast bringing clarity to one of the most pressing zoonotic disease threats: the global spread of H5N1 avian influenza.

H5N1 has surged worldwide in recent years. According to the CDC, between January and early August 2025, 26 human infections were detected—23 outside the U.S.—with fatal cases in Cambodia, India, and Mexico. All human infections were traced to direct contact with poultry or wild birds, with no confirmed person-to-person transmission. The World Health Organization assesses the public risk as low, but vigilance remains essential due to the v...

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As of August 2025, the H5N1 avian flu crisis continues to shape global health policy. According to the CDC and WHO, H5N1 remains widespread in wild birds and poultry on every continent except Australia. Sporadic human infections are reported annually. Since January, 26 global human cases have been detected, with 11 fatalities—mainly in Cambodia, India, and Mexico. The World Health Organization notes that person-to-person transmission remains absent for now, but the risk of a pandemic persists if the virus mutates and spreads more easily between pe...

This is H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide, bringing you a concise international look at the avian flu crisis as it stands today.

Avian influenza H5N1, first detected in wild birds in Southeast Asia in the early 2000s, has escalated to a global threat touching every continent except Australia by 2025. According to the CDC, between January and August this year alone, 26 human infections were detected worldwide, resulting in 11 deaths, mostly among people with direct contact with poultry. Cambodia recorded the highest toll, with fatal cases also reported in India and Mexico.

Let’s break it...

Welcome to H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide. I’m your host, and today we’re diving into the global impact of the H5N1 avian influenza, bringing you key insights and the latest developments from every corner of the world.

Since the resurgence of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 in 2020, outbreaks have been reported almost everywhere except Australia. According to the CDC and the World Health Organization, as of August 2025, there have been 26 human H5N1 infections globally this year, with fatalities occurring in Cambodia, India, and Mexico. Most cases arose from direct contact with sick...

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Around the globe, H5N1 avian flu continues reshaping the health and economic landscape. From January to early August 2025, the CDC reports 26 new human cases worldwide, with tragic fatalities in Cambodia, India, and Mexico. All cases had known poultry exposures, and—importantly—there is still no evidence of sustained human-to-human transmission. The World Health Organization underscores the risk remains low for the general population, but highlights ongoing vigilance, especially among those working closely with animals.

Let’s break it down continent by continent. In Asia, unprecedented animal outbre...

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Continental snapshot:
- North America: The CDC reports 26 global human H5N1 infections through Aug 4, 2025, with three U.S. cases in 2025 and no U.S. cases since mid‑February; risk to the U.S. public remains low. The U.S. continues to manage widespread animal outbreaks, including poultry and dairy cattle, with ongoing surveillance and biosecurity enforcement, according to CDC. Pan American Health Organization notes over 100 H5 outbreaks in U.S. poultry in early 2025 and continued detections in wild birds across the region.
- Latin America and th...

This is H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide, your 3-minute international focus from Quiet Please.

H5N1 avian influenza is gripping headlines across continents as the virus’s global march accelerates and the stakes for public health and economies rise. According to the World Health Organization, as of July 2025, nearly a thousand human cases have been reported globally since 2003. In just the first half of 2025, 26 new human infections were detected across seven countries, with fatalities reported in Cambodia, India, and Mexico. Most cases trace to people in close contact with infected poultry or wild birds, and—critically—widesp...

This is H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide, your international focus podcast. I’m your host. Today, we examine the evolving global impact of H5N1 avian influenza.

Since 2020, H5N1 has surged across continents, affecting birds, mammals, and people alike. Outbreaks have now been reported in every continent except Australia. According to the World Health Organization, by July 2025, nearly a thousand human cases have been reported globally since 2003, with a high fatality rate, notably in Asia and the Americas.

Let’s break it down continent by continent. In Asia, particularly in Cambodia and India, ther...

Welcome to H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide. I’m your host, bringing you a comprehensive update on the global impact of H5N1 avian influenza as of August 2025.

First, let’s take a continental look. Since 2020, H5N1 outbreaks have been reported on every continent except Australia, affecting wild birds, poultry, and increasingly, mammals. In North America, the United States faces widespread outbreaks—32 states have reported infections in commercial or backyard poultry so far this year. The virus has now reached all 50 U.S. states and Canada, resulting in more than 168 million poultry culled since 2022. Human exposu...

Welcome to H5N1 Global Scan Avian Flu Worldwide. I’m your host, bringing you a 3-minute international focus on the ongoing avian influenza A H5N1 situation and its sweeping global impact as of August 2025.

Emerging from southern China in the 1990s, H5N1 spread globally and since 2020 has caused unprecedented outbreaks across every continent except Australia. Highly pathogenic H5N1 has affected wild birds and poultry in Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reporting that more than 890 sporadic human infections have been recorded in over 23 countries since 2003. This ye...

Welcome to H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide. I’m your host, and today we’re examining the escalating global impact of H5N1 avian influenza, also known as bird flu—a virus on the move with implications spanning every continent.

First, a continental breakdown. In North and South America, H5N1 has struck both wild and domestic birds at unprecedented levels. The United States has reported over a hundred poultry outbreaks this year alone, with spillovers into wild birds and even dairy cattle. Human infections, though still rare, have occurred among farm workers in states like Texas...

This is H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide. I’m your host, and today we’re unpacking the current global crisis surrounding the highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza.

H5N1 first emerged in Asia in the late 1990s, but only in the last five years has the world witnessed its truly global reach. According to the World Health Organization, as of July 2025, more than 986 human cases have been reported across 25 countries since 2003. Over 466 deaths were recorded, reflecting a case fatality ratio hovering around 48 percent. Wild birds and poultry serve as reservoirs, allowing the virus to jump cont...

Welcome to H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide, your three-minute international focus from Quiet Please. Today, we examine the sweeping global impact of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1—its reach, challenges, and responses across continents.

The H5N1 virus, first identified in the late 1990s, has surged since 2020, spreading to every continent except Australia by 2025. In Africa and Asia, waves of bird deaths and increasing mammal infections, including livestock and wildlife, have become commonplace. Cambodia, for instance, has seen 11 human cases this year alone, marking an unusual monthly spike, with most cases linked to exposure among ch...

This is H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide. I’m your host. Over the past five years, the globe has grappled with H5N1 like never before. Once largely an agricultural concern, H5N1 has now impacted every inhabited continent except Australia, triggering unprecedented responses from health authorities, industry, and researchers alike.

Let’s break it down continent by continent. In North America, the United States has seen repeated outbreaks in poultry and, more recently, cases among dairy cows. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, as of late July 2025, over 70 human infections have been detected across the...

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The H5N1 avian influenza virus continues its global sweep in 2025, shaping poultry production, international health responses, and trade. Let's break down its impact by continent.

In the Americas, the United States has faced over 100 outbreaks in poultry and wild birds in 32 states this year, and 70 human cases since 2024 according to the CDC and AAO. Mexico saw its first human fatality this spring. In South America, Peru reported new outbreaks in backyard poultry. The Pan American Health Organization highlights continued mass poultry culling and significant economic strain...

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Today, we’re bringing you a critical look at the worldwide impact of H5N1 avian influenza. By mid-2025, highly pathogenic avian influenza has swept across almost every continent except Australia, causing significant outbreaks in wild birds, domestic poultry, and increasingly, mammals and humans. The World Health Organization reports 986 confirmed human H5N1 cases in 25 countries since 2003, with over 450 fatalities. Although overall risk to the public remains low, this year has seen spikes in Southeast Asia, Africa, the Americas, and Europe.

Let’s break down the global scen...

This is "H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide," a Quiet Please production. I’m your host, and today we’re analyzing how avian influenza, specifically H5N1, is impacting lives, trade, and science on nearly every continent.

While H5N1 first surfaced in southern China in 1996, it was the widespread outbreaks since 2020 that drew global attention. By early 2025, nearly every continent except Australia had reported animal outbreaks, with affected regions spanning Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. According to the World Health Organization, over 986 human cases and nearly 500 deaths have been recorded globally since 2003, a case fatality rate...

You’re listening to H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide. I’m your host, and today we’re taking a three-minute international dive into the continuing global impact of the H5N1 avian influenza.

Nearly every continent—except Australia—has reported H5N1 outbreaks in birds since 2020. The current clade, 2.3.4.4b, has caused unprecedented wild bird mortality and mass poultry losses, with major effects in Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas, according to the Pan American Health Organization. By mid-2025, North, Central, and South America have seen mounting poultry losses and spillover into mammals, while Europe faced 365 detections...

This is H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide, your international focus from Quiet Please. Today we’re examining the worldwide landscape of avian influenza in mid-2025 and what it means for global health, research, trade, and vaccines.

Avian flu, specifically H5N1, remains a relentless presence across continents. In the Americas, the Pan American Health Organization notes that from late 2023 through early 2025, outbreaks have been reported in 14 countries, with the United States seeing 109 poultry outbreaks across 32 states in just the first two months of this year, and ongoing spread in wild birds and some mammals. South American co...

This is H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide, your three-minute international focus on the global avian influenza crisis as of July 2025.

The avian influenza A(H5N1) virus continues its rapid spread across continents. Since 2020, severe outbreaks have been reported in every continent except Australia, resulting in massive losses among wild and domestic birds and a growing number of spillover events in mammals, including humans. The Pan American Health Organization notes that between 2020 and 2024, H5N1 swept from Europe and Asia, through the major waterfowl flyways, into the Americas, triggering animal outbreaks in at least 14 countries in...

Welcome to H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide, your three-minute international focus from Quiet Please.

Since 2020, the world has been gripped by an unprecedented wave of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1, reshaping public health, food security, and biodiversity across the globe. The outbreak has affected every continent except Australia, with massive losses in wild birds and poultry reported from Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Americas. According to the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control, between March and June 2025 alone, there were 365 virus detections in birds across 24 European countries, with human cases reported in six nations.<...

Welcome to H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide. I am your host, and today we take you on a rapid journey across continents to understand the international impact of the ongoing H5N1 avian influenza crisis.

Since 2020, highly pathogenic H5N1 has surged, causing vast animal outbreaks and tragic human consequences worldwide. As of July 2025, the World Health Organization reports nearly a thousand human cases globally, with a case fatality rate near 48 percent. The virus continues to evolve, infecting not only birds but also mammals, including livestock and marine animals, sparking fresh concern among public health experts.<...

This is H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide. I’m your host, bringing you the latest on the fast-evolving avian influenza landscape.

Since 2020, H5N1 has swept the globe in waves that have reshaped public health and animal industries. According to the World Health Organization, by July 2025, there have been 986 confirmed human H5N1 cases spanning 25 countries, with 473 deaths—a stark 48 percent fatality rate. The vast majority stem from direct contact with infected poultry or contaminated environments. Human-to-human transmission remains rare, but authorities remain vigilant as the virus evolves.

Let’s break down the continental impact...

Welcome to this episode of Global Pulse, focusing on the worldwide impact of H5N1, commonly known as the avian flu. Today, we delve into how this viral threat is shaping health systems, trade, and research across continents, exploring the intricate web of challenges and responses that define our current battle with H5N1.

Starting with Asia, historically the epicenter of H5N1 outbreaks, countries have taken varied approaches to containment. China and Vietnam have led extensive culling operations to prevent spread, emphasizing swift action over less drastic measures. Despite these efforts, the dense poultry farms and live...

Welcome to our podcast, "H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide." Today, we dive into the evolving dynamics of the H5N1 avian flu, examining its global journey through continents. Let's start with Africa, where several outbreaks have disrupted local economies and endangered wildlife conservation efforts. Governments have intensified their surveillance measures, yet challenges persist due to limited resources. In Asia, the virus has shown significant impact, with the poultry industry facing frequent disruptions. China's massive vaccination campaigns have curbed some outbreaks, yet neighboring countries grapple with sporadic flare-ups, reflecting in regional trade tensions.

Moving to Europe, vigilance...

Welcome to the latest episode of Global Insights, I'm your host bringing you a crucial update on the state of avian flu, specifically the H5N1 strain, with our focus today on its worldwide impact. As of mid-2025, H5N1 continues to be a significant threat to both animal and human health, drawing a global response that highlights the interconnectedness of our world.

Starting with Asia, where H5N1 was first identified, countries like China and Vietnam are increasing surveillance and control measures. The rapid transmission among poultry poses significant challenges. This region, heavily reliant on poultry farming...

Welcome to our podcast on "H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide." Today, we delve into the global impact of the H5N1 avian influenza, a virus that continues to pose significant public health challenges. Let’s begin with a continental breakdown. In Asia, countries like China and Vietnam report recurring outbreaks affecting both poultry and humans, emphasizing the need for stringent biosecurity measures. Europe has been vigilant, with nations like France and Germany implementing rigorous monitoring and culling policies to curb outbreaks. Africa, with varied resource levels, faces challenges in surveillance and containment, particularly in regions experiencing other endemic di...

Hello and welcome to "H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide." Today, we're diving deep into the global ramifications of the H5N1 avian influenza outbreak. Let's start with a continental overview. In Asia, the birthplace of H5N1, countries like China and Vietnam are experiencing significant outbreaks. Meanwhile, Europe is seeing its own struggles, particularly in the western regions where migratory bird patterns contribute to cases. In Africa, nations like Egypt are on high alert due to their close proximity to Europe and Asia, whereas in the Americas, biosecurity measures have so far kept outbreaks relatively isolated to sectors...

Welcome to "H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide." Today we're examining the impact of H5N1, the highly pathogenic avian flu virus, across the globe. As of June 2025, H5N1 continues to pose significant challenges, affecting numerous sectors and demanding a coordinated international response. In Asia, the virus has hit hard, with countries like Vietnam, China, and Indonesia being the most affected. These nations have seen a resurgence in cases, leading to culling measures and economic strain on poultry sectors. Despite these challenges, research initiatives in Asia are robust, with collaborations between universities and government health bodies developing advanced...

Welcome to this special edition of "H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide." Today, we're delving into the sweeping global impact of the H5N1 avian influenza virus. From affecting poultry farms to sparking economic challenges and public health issues, H5N1 remains a pressing concern worldwide. Let's begin with a continental breakdown of the situation. In Asia, where the virus originated, countries are battling persistent outbreaks. China, Vietnam, and Indonesia have undertaken aggressive poultry culling and vaccination programs to control the spread. The Asian continent also leads in vaccine research, leveraging advancements in biotechnology to fast-track effective solutions. Moving...

Welcome to "H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide" where today we explore the intricate landscape of avian influenza and its global ramifications. The H5N1 strain continues to reshape the international health and economic environment. Starting in Asia, the epicenter of frequent outbreaks, countries like China and Vietnam have implemented rigorous surveillance systems. These nations are investing heavily in early detection and rapid response mechanisms. Notably, China’s genomic research has been pivotal in understanding virus mutations, while Southeast Asia collaborates closely with international bodies to enhance biosecurity in poultry farming.

Moving to Europe, where migratory bird pa...

Welcome to "H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide," where we take a deep dive into the worldwide impact of the avian influenza H5N1 strain. As we move into 2025, H5N1 continues to affect the global landscape, from health sectors to international trade, with ongoing research efforts striving for better containment and mitigation strategies. Let's break down the situation continent by continent. In Asia, where the virus is most prevalent, countries like China, Vietnam, and Indonesia are on high alert, implementing extensive poultry vaccination programs and containment protocols. Europe's approach varies by country; France and the UK are focusing...

Welcome to H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide. Today, we dive into the current landscape of the avian flu, focusing on the H5N1 strain, its global impact, and the collective efforts to control its spread. The H5N1 virus continues to circulate across continents with varying degrees of severity. In Asia, countries like Indonesia, Vietnam, and China are at the frontline due to their large poultry industries and migratory bird patterns, facing significant outbreaks. Europe has seen sporadic cases, with the UK and France particularly vigilant following past incidences. In Africa, challenges persist in monitoring and containment due...

Welcome to today's podcast, "H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide." As the avian flu, specifically the H5N1 strain, continues to pose significant challenges, we delve into its global impact with a comprehensive overview of the situation across continents.

In Asia, where the H5N1 strain first emerged, countries like China and Vietnam remain vigilant. Rigorous containment measures have been implemented, including mass culling of birds and enhanced surveillance. Meanwhile, in Europe, nations such as France and the Netherlands focus on biosecurity measures and swift reporting mechanisms to prevent outbreaks. North America's approach emphasizes early detection, with...

Hello, and welcome to today’s edition of Global Insight, where we delve into pressing international issues. I'm your host, and today we're examining the global impact of the H5N1 avian influenza, more commonly known as bird flu. Since its emergence, H5N1 continues to pose significant challenges to both health organizations and economies around the world. Let's conduct a global scan to understand its impact and the various strategies employed to combat it.

In Asia, where H5N1 was first identified, nations like China and Vietnam have implemented stringent containment measures. China has been at the fo...