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As we move through 2025, a variety of cold and respiratory viruses continue to circulate across the United States. While many people refer to any sniffle or sore throat as a “cold,” it’s important to know that several different viruses can cause cold-like symptoms—and each has its own pattern of symptoms, contagiousness, and risks. Below…

Overview of the H5N1 Bird Flu Outbreak Avian Influenza, commonly known as Bird Flu, has been spreading among wild birds, poultry, and dairy cows in the United States, leading to a rising number of human cases among workers exposed to infected animals. As of March 12, 2025, there have been 70 confirmed human cases in…