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WHO Confirms First Fatal Case of Avian Flu A(H5N2)

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The World Health Organization has confirmed the first fatal case of H5N2, also known as bird flu, was recorded in Mexico on May 23.

Owen Lavine
Owen Lavine 

Breaking News Intern

The headquarters of the World Health Organization.
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Owen Lavine

Owen Lavine

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