First US Backyard Flock Bird Flu Case Confirmed
The CDC reports the first US severe H5N1 avian flu case linked to a backyard flock, involving a Louisiana patient hospitalized after exposure to sick birds. This is one of 61 human cases across seven states, with no evidence of person-to-person transmission.
California Governor Gavin Newsom declared a State of Emergency following outbreaks in dairy cows. Officials urge precautions like avoiding contact with sick animals, using protective gear, and cooking poultry and dairy products thoroughly to limit exposure risks.
Efforts focus on containment, public health, and protecting agriculture.
