Experts Urge Vigilance as Bird Flu Shows Signs of Mutating to Infect Humans

Recent studies reveal bird flu's evolving ability to bind to human receptors, raising concerns about potential pandemic risks.

Bird flu has infected humans in multiple countries, including the US, Mexico, Australia, and China.
A severe H5N1 strain has been found in dairy cows in the US, with four human cases reported among dairy workers.
Recent research indicates the virus can bind to human respiratory receptors, increasing the risk of human-to-human transmission.
Health officials emphasize the need for strong monitoring and surveillance to track the virus's evolution.
The US government is collaborating with Moderna to develop an mRNA vaccine targeting bird flu.