# 1754
Over the past year Egyptian authorities have tested thousands of `suspect' cases of H5N1 infection, and have found only 46 positive cases.
Of those - 20 have died - giving Egypt a CFR of roughly 43%.
In recent months, Egypt has seen more severe cases, with less favorable outcomes.
This is the WHO update on the latest reported case, an 11-year-old boy reportedly in critical condition.
Avian influenza - situation in Egypt - update 6
5 March 2008
The Ministry of Health and Population of Egypt has announced a new human case of avian influenza A(H5N1) virus infection. The case is an 11-year-old male from Menof District, Menofia Governorate. He was hospitalized with symptoms on 26 February and was confirmed as being infected with A(H5N1) by the Central Public Health Laboratory and NAMRU-3 on 4 March. He remains in a critical condition.
Investigations into the source of his infection indicate a history of contact with sick and dead poultry.
Of the 46 cases confirmed to date in Egypt, 20 have been fatal.
