Overview

• H5N1 bird flu has spread from birds to cows and infected at least two dairy farm workers in the US.
• The virus's potential to mutate and spread between humans is a significant concern for public health officials.
• US and European nations are ramping up vaccine production to protect at-risk workers in agriculture and related fields.
• Dairy farm workers face harsh conditions and limited access to healthcare, heightening their vulnerability to the virus.
• Experts call for better protective measures, paid sick leave, and multilingual outreach to safeguard farm workers.