The "Bird Flu" (a.k.a Avian Flu) also known as H5N1 which killed millions of wild and domestic birds (ie. chickens) across the United States in recent years has mutated enough that it infects various species of mammals as-well. Within the past few weeks, herds of cattle have become infected with H5N1 flu. Thus far, a few farm hands have been infected with H5N1 but there is no evidence yet of Human-to-Human transmission. As more domestic cattle (and people who work around them) become exposed -- the possibility exists that the virus might evolve into a form readily transmissible among humans. Here are a few articles from which this summary of events was compiled for your review...
https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/22/health/birdflu-marine-mammals.htmlhttps://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-ne...-say-rcna149520... I would think we should be monitoring reputable news sources about ongoing developments concerning the H5N1 flu. I've always regarded this forum as my go-to place for thoughtful discussions about such topics.
What are your thoughts regarding recent developments related to H5N1 flu?
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