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The death toll in Indonesia from bird flu has continued to rise. The vast majority of cases have been spread by contact with infected poultry, though several cases of human-to-human transmission have also occurred here.
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Avian influenza isn't getting the media coverage it used to. But, with a just little effort, you can still find plenty of disconcerting reports on the bird flu.
Reporter Nikki Tundel thought it was time for an update on the deadly virus.
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