US Bird Flu Outbreak Spreads to Chickens, Cattle
The outbreak of H5N1 bird flu virus in the United States has spread to dairy cows, raising concerns about human infections through the milk supply. The virus has infected millions of chickens, wild birds, and dairy herds across multiple states.
Key Points
- Outbreak timeline from 2022 to 2024
- Detection of virus in dairy cattle and milk samples
- Measures taken by US government and other countries to address the issue
- Development of bird flu vaccines for poultry and humans
Pros
- Increased awareness of avian flu risks
- Efforts to contain the spread of the virus
Cons
- Concerns about potential human infections
- Impact on the dairy and poultry industry