A Washington resident died of complications from an infection with a bird flu strain never before reported in humans, the state Department of Health said on Friday.

Although bird flu infections in humans remain rare, this case marks a significant development in flu surveillance in the U.S.

It’s crucial that we monitor bird flu strains to help us prepare for potential outbreaks," said virologist Matt Turnbull.

The death was the second from bird flu recorded in the U.S. since 2022. It was the first human case in the state this year.

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