CDC Reports 4th Human Case of H5 Bird Flu Tied to Dairy Cow Outbreak

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Update on CDC’s A(H5N1) response activities and strategies to maximize protection of farm workers

July 5, 2024

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Update on CDC’s Avian Influenza A(H5N1) “Bird Flu” Response Activities CDC continues to respond to the outbreak of H5N1 bird flu in dairy cows with four human cases. The outbreak has affected 139 dairy herds in 12 states. To date, 1,390 people are being monitored because of their exposure, and at least 60 have been tested. CDC continues a targeted digital outreach initiative in affected counties to inform farm workers about H5N1 bird flu, how to reduce their risk of infection, and what to do if they develop symptoms. Learn More

CDC Reports Fourth Human Case of H5 Bird Flu Tied to Dairy Cow Outbreak A human case of A(H5) identified in Colorado marks the fourth case associated with an ongoing outbreak of H5N1 bird flu in U.S. dairy cows. As with previous cases, the person is a worker on a dairy farm with exposure to sick cows. The person reported eye symptoms only and has recovered. Based on the information available at this time, this case does not change CDC’s health risk assessment for the U.S. general public, which remains low. Learn More

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