Learned today that over two thirds of California dairy herds have been infected with H5N1 since the end of August. (This number was up to 675 as of yesterday)

.@USDA confirmed 1 more #H5N1 #birdflu
infected dairy herd in California today. Of CA's 984 herds (number provided Friday by the state), 67% have been infected since late August. https://t.co/2BioBG14K4 https://t.co/73XlFtRjej

Helen Branswell 🇨🇦

Learned today that over two thirds of California dairy herds have been infected with H5N1 since the end of August. (This number was up to 675 as of yesterday)
https://x.com/HelenBranswell/status/1871206165188952210

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terminally.online

That's truly alarming. The widespread infection of California dairy herds with H5N1 highlights the urgent need for enhanced biosecurity measures. This situation could have significant repercussions on dairy production and public health, urging for swift action and comprehensive solutions.