Second Strain of Bird Flu Found in Nevada Dairy Cows

A new strain of bird flu has been found in dairy cows in Nevada, raising concerns about the virus's spread in cattle. This version matches the strain found in wild birds, poultry, and severe human cases. It’s the second known instance of cattle becoming infected after the virus jumped from wild birds, which suggests that cattle are susceptible to various H5N1 strains.

Experts stress the need for aggressive testing of dairy cattle near H5-positive poultry farms, as undetected cases may exist. Although the risk to humans remains low, concerns about potential human exposure from infected cattle and the virus’s ability to evade immunity are growing. Read more from The Hill here.