The Louisiana patient, who was exposed to sick and dead birds with suspected infection, has been hospitalized.
Flu activity continues to elevate, and COVID-19 markers are also starting to rise from very low levels.
A leading expert, however, explains the limitations of such data and why reported prevalence of the condition can vary so widely.
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