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Scientists Urge Better Surveillance as Bird Flu Spreads to US Cattle

Experts emphasize the need for comprehensive data to prevent potential human transmission of H5N1 virus.

  • H5N1 bird flu has been detected in dairy cows across nine US states.
  • Concerns rise over insufficient data collection and reporting on the outbreak.
  • CDC and USDA assure that pasteurized milk and well-cooked meat remain safe for consumption.
  • One human case linked to infected cattle reported, highlighting low but present risk to humans.
  • New federal measures mandate testing of dairy cows before interstate movement to control virus spread.
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