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Washington reports first US bird flu death of 2026; health officials say risk to the public is low

Tommy Liu
Tommy Liu
Tommy Liu
Senior Reporter · Squirrel Hill, PA

Tommy Liu has spent the past 12 years covering the business landscape in Pittsburgh. He holds a degree from Penn State University and has worked for local NPR affiliate WESA, where his investigations into business practices earned him a reputation as a knowledgeable resource in local economic issues. He has a keen eye for trends and a deep understanding of the local economy.

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Washington reports first US bird flu death of 2026; health officials say risk to the public is low — Sewickley Health news

A person in Washington who caught bird flu after being exposed to infected dairy cows has died following a severe illness, the first bird flu death of 2026.

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