Bird Flu Cases Rise in US, Now Reported in Six States

Farm workers in Washington and California are among those affected as concerns grow over potential virus mutation.

California and Washington state have reported new human cases of bird flu, contributing to a total of 31 cases across six states.
Farm workers are reluctant to test for bird flu due to fears of unpaid isolation, potentially leading to underreporting.
Over 800,000 birds have been culled in Washington following the detection of avian influenza in poultry.
The CDC and local health officials emphasize that the risk to the general public remains low, though farm workers are at higher risk.
Efforts are underway to vaccinate farm workers against seasonal flu to prevent co-infection and potential virus mutations.