"Tragic Loss: 2-Year-Old Becomes 5th Victim of Rare Pigeon Virus"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
A 2-year-old girl in Australia has died from a rare virus typically affecting pigeons, becoming the fifth known person to succumb to the illness. The toddler had recently completed chemotherapy for leukemia and experienced symptoms including nausea, vomiting, and seizures. Despite extensive testing, doctors initially found no cause for her deteriorating condition. After her death, it was discovered that she had a severe strain of avian paramyxovirus-1, which causes Newcastle disease. This case highlights the connection between leukemia treatment, infectious triggers, and neurological complications, particularly in young patients.