Could bird flu spread at state fairs? Here’s why health experts advise caution
Corn dogs, deep-fried Twinkies, butter sculptures and influenza virus? Here’s why state fairs could be potential breeding grounds for viral mutation.
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Bird flu cases among farm workers may be going undetected, a study suggests
Dairy workers in Texas show signs of prior, uncounted bird flu infections in a new study. Without better surveillance, researchers warn that health officials could be caught off guard if the virus gets more contagious.
More states are finding bird flu in cattle. This is what scientists are watching for
Avian influenza is being detected in more dairy herds. Scientists are paying close attention to how the virus is changing and what that means for its pandemic potential.
What to know about the risks of the bird flu outbreak
Cattle are getting sick with H5N1, and one person got sick in Texas. How bad could this be for dairy farms? Could it spread among people? Here's what scientists are learning.