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Bird Flu Jumps from Cows to Chickens to Humans in Colorado

Five workers infected as high temperatures complicate protective measures during poultry culling

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Photo of cows and chickens, both are experiencing a multi-state outbreak.
Avian influenza virus, type A strain H5N1, coloured transmission electron micrograph
Chickens at a farm in Illinois.

Overview

  • Four cases confirmed by CDC, with one presumptive positive awaiting confirmation.
  • Symptoms among infected workers range from conjunctivitis to flu-like respiratory issues.
  • Virus spread linked to movement of cows, people, and equipment between farms.
  • No evidence of human-to-human transmission; investigations into the infection route continue.
  • Global preparedness efforts include vaccine development and enhanced surveillance.