Cow-to-Human Bird Flu Spread: 2nd Probable Human Case of H5N1 Avian Flu Linked to Outbreak Among Dairy Cows in the US

Medicine & Technology May 23, 2024

Like the first person infected with H5N1 avian influenza, this second person also developed pinkeye or conjunctivitis. Read to learn more.

Ground Beef From Retail Stores Test Negative for Bird Flu, USDA Reveals

May 05, 2024

There were 30 ground beef samples from eight states with positive presence of the virus in herds that underwent bird flu testing. Read to learn more.

Bird Flu Outbreak in Dairy Cows Is Extensive; Traces of Virus Found in 20% Commercial Milk Sample

Apr 26, 2024

One in five milk samples nationwide shows a genetic trace of bird flu. Continue reading to learn more.

USDA Requires Dairy Cows Transported Across States To Undergo Bird Flu Testing as National Outbreak Among Cattle Persists

Apr 25, 2024

Particles of bird flu have also been detected in some pasteurized milk samples, although the USFDA says this is still safe to consume. Read to learn more.

Long Exposure to Heavy Metal Waste Could Result in Genetic Alterations

Nov 17, 2020

Years after a mining disaster released heavy metals in the Findao Tailings Dam, Brazil, nearby dairy cows remained affected by toxic waste. Evidence revealed that they developed antimicrobial-resistant genes.