Bird Flu Infection Linked to Dairy Cows in the U.S.
A second person in the U.S. has been infected with bird flu linked to dairy cows, but the risk to the general public remains low. The individual had mild symptoms and has recovered. Monitoring is ongoing to prevent human-to-human transmission.
Key Points
- Second case of bird flu infection linked to dairy cows in the U.S.
- Individual had mild symptoms and has recovered
- Risk to general public remains low
- No evidence of sustained human-to-human transmission
- Vaccine development underway
- Recommendations for protective equipment for those in contact with dairy cattle
Pros
- Early detection and monitoring of new and emerging illnesses
- Vaccine development in progress
- Low risk of virus spreading among people
Cons
- Elevated risk to farmworkers
- Potential for more cases to be seen