Avian Flu Spreads Beyond Birds | Orange County News

A new avian flu strain, H5N1, is spreading beyond birds to mammals—including U.S. dairy cows—and has sparked human infections, raising alarms about its potential for wider transmission. Unlike past strains, this one’s ability to jump species and adapt poses a serious, though currently low-risk, threat to public health and global food systems. Scientists are racing to monitor mutations and contain spread, urging caution especially for animal handlers, as vigilance remains key to preventing a larger outbreak. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/efb4b4f519d30721