The H5N1 avian influenza outbreak is spreading rapidly across all 50 U.S. states, raising concerns among health experts.<\/p>\n
There are now over 70 confirmed human cases and the first reported death, intensifying fears of a potential pandemic if the virus evolves to allow easier human-to-human transmission.<\/p>\n
Since 2022, the virus has impacted nearly 1,000 dairy herds and infected over 168 million birds.<\/p>\n
Officials are urging swift action, including enhanced safety protocols and accelerated vaccine development, to prevent a wider health crisis.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"