H5N1 Bird Flu Myths Debunked: Expert Insights on Transmission, Safety, and What You Really Need to Know

Welcome to "Bird Flu Intel: Facts, Not Fear, on H5N1." I’m your host, bringing you clear, science-based facts to cut through misinformation about the H5N1 bird flu virus. Today, we’ll bust some common myths, explain why accurate information matters, and equip you with tools to evaluate what you hear or read.

First, let’s address misunderstandings circulating about H5N1:

**Misconception 1: H5N1 easily spreads between humans.**
Fact—While H5N1 causes severe illness in birds and occasional human infections, sustained human-to-human transmission is extremely rare. According to the European Centre for Dise...