H5 Bird Flu Now on Every Continent

Australia just confirmed its first H5 bird flu cases — marking the virus’s arrival on every continent. This deadly strain, active for over 20 years, has killed billions of poultry and infected over 100 mammal species, including cows, seals, and even pets. Since 2001, more than 400 billion chickens have been culled globally, with 633 million lost between 2005 and 2024 alone. Human cases now number 997 across 25 countries, 478 fatal — nearly half the cases deadly. Though human-to-human spread hasn’t occurred, experts warn a pandemic could surpass COVID-19. Egg prices soared to $8–$10 per dozen in 2025 amid shortages, highlighting the economic toll. The world is watching — and preparing — for what’s next. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/fb9070278bf2196b