California has declared a state of emergency due to an H5N1 bird flu outbreak affecting dairy cows. Since August, 645 dairies have reported infections.
Despite the emergency, the CDC maintains that the overall risk of H5N1 bird flu to public health remains low, reiterating safety guidance for those exposed.
Experts highlight that people working closely with animals, particularly dairy farm workers, face higher risks for infection, urging them to use protective gear.
There have been 61 human cases of bird flu reported in the U.S. this year, primarily mild, with the first severe case linked to backyard flock exposure.
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