The World Health Organization has reported one human death caused by a new strain of bird flu.
The 59-year-old Mexican resident died on April 24 after developing a fever, shortness of breath, diarrhea, nausea and general discomfort.
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A WHO spokesperson said: “This is the first laboratory-confirmed human case of influenza A (H5N2) virus infection reported globally, and the first A (H5) virus infection in a person reported in Mexico.
“The case had multiple underlying conditions and the investigation by health authorities in Mexico is ongoing to determine the likely source of exposure to the virus.”
The victim had not history from exposure to birds or other animals, the WHO said.
Cases of subtype A(H5N2) avian influenza have been reported in birds in Mexico.
The person had been bedridden for three weeks for other reasons before the onset of acute symptoms, the WHO said.
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