The first person has died of bird flu in the United States, the Louisiana Department of Health confirmed on Monday.

The patient, who was exposed to non-commercial backyard flock and wild birds, was over age 65 and had underlying medical conditions, officials said.

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The Louisiana Department of Health confirmed the first human bird flu death in the United States on Monday.{ai:summary}The Louisiana Department of Health confirmed the first death from bird flu in the U.S. The victim, over 65 years old with pre-existing health issues, was exposed to non-commercial backyard flocks and wild birds. This is a developing story. #health

1st human bird flu death in the US reported in Louisiana

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