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California Child's Bird Flu Case Linked to Raw Milk Consumption

California health officials are investigating a suspected avian flu infection in a child who consumed raw milk, as the state and federal agencies collaborate on the case. The child has recovered, and no other family members are ill. This comes amid ongoing H5 avian flu developments, including new outbreaks in California dairy cows and poultry across five states. Additionally, Hawaii reported a second wastewater detection of the virus. Health providers are advised to consider influenza A in patients with symptoms and recent exposure to raw dairy products.

via University of Minnesota Twin Cities|

#avianflu #california #health

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Experts Warn Bird Flu Mutation Could Spark New Pandemic

Health experts warn of the potential pandemic threat posed by the bird flu virus H5N1, which has been spreading among cows and infecting humans in the US. While the risk to the public remains low, the virus is just a mutation away from spreading more effectively among humans. Over 300 million poultry birds have been culled since 2021, and the virus has reached new regions, including Antarctica. Concerns are heightened by the virus's ability to infect various species, increasing the likelihood of human adaptation. Antiviral treatments and vaccines are available, but experts urge increased testing and information sharing to prevent a pandemic.

via Barron's|

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California Halts Raw Milk Sales Amid Bird Flu Outbreak

California has reported a second batch of retail raw milk testing positive for the H5N1 avian flu virus, with two more dairy workers infected, raising the state's human cases to 31 this year. The CDC confirmed these cases, bringing the national total to 55. The contaminated milk, from Raw Farms in Fresno County, has been recalled, and distribution halted. Additionally, 14 more H5N1 outbreaks were confirmed in California dairy farms, and poultry facilities in six states also reported new cases.

via University of Minnesota Twin Cities|

#avianflu #california #dairyfarms

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California Halts Raw Farm Sales Over Bird Flu in Raw Milk

California state agriculture officials have suspended the distribution of raw dairy products from Fresno-based Raw Farm due to concerns about H5N1 bird flu infections among its cattle. Despite contradictory test results, recent tests confirmed the presence of the virus in raw milk, prompting the ban. Public health experts express concern over the potential risk to consumers, although no cases of H5N1 transmission through milk consumption have been reported. The situation highlights the ongoing spread of bird flu and its implications for public health.

via Los Angeles Times|

#birdflu #dairyfarm #h5n1

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California Raw Milk Recall Expands Amid Bird Flu Concerns

California health officials have issued warnings after detecting highly pathogenic avian influenza in raw milk sold in Fresno, prompting a recall by The Raw Farm. While no illnesses have been reported from the contaminated milk, the outbreak highlights the risks of consuming unpasteurized milk, which can harbor dangerous pathogens. The virus, spreading among dairy cows and other animals, has led to over 400 affected dairy farms in California. Health experts emphasize pasteurization to ensure milk safety, as the virus poses a low but present threat to human health.

via ScienceAlert|

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California Dairy Recalls Raw Milk After Bird Flu Found

Bird flu has been detected in a batch of raw milk from Raw Farm, LLC, sold in California, prompting a voluntary recall. The California Department of Public Health advises against consuming the affected milk due to health risks associated with raw milk, which is not pasteurized. No illnesses have been reported from this batch, but the recall is a precaution amid ongoing bird flu cases in the state. Testing by the California Animal Health and Food Safety Laboratory confirmed the presence of the virus, although subsequent tests at Raw Farm locations were negative.

via NBC News|

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