Breaking news: First human death from bird flu in the U.S. is reported

The Louisiana patient was over 65 and had other medical conditions, officials said.

View in browser Jan. 6, 2025, 4:51 p.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Cynthia Goldsmith, Jackie Katz/Centers for Disease Control and Prevention First Bird Flu Death in the U.S. Is Reported in Louisiana A Louisiana patient who had been hospitalized with severe bird flu has died, the first such fatality in the United States, state health officials reported. Read more Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018