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[floo] / flu /














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Unlike flu or Covid, it is not airborne and spreads through direct contact with bodily fluids.

From BBC Jul. 22, 2026

A clearer view of this takeover could help scientists develop more effective flu vaccines and antiviral drugs.

From Science Daily Jul. 21, 2026

A total of 12 cases of H5 bird flu have been confirmed in Australia since June but all of them were in migratory sea birds, not local wildlife.

From Barron's Jul. 10, 2026

The affected data include childhood immunization rates against diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella, hepatitis, chicken pox and flu; and rates for 13 year olds and expectant mothers.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 3, 2026

“No. Mehta said the boy has a bit of flu and is resting for the ceremonies tomorrow.”

From "Homeless Bird" by Gloria Whelan




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