Reported 17 days ago
Federal health officials are calling for expanded bird flu testing among farmworkers after a study revealed that some dairy workers had antibodies for the H5N1 virus despite not feeling ill. The study found that 7% of tested workers in Michigan and Colorado showed previous infection, prompting concerns about the virus's spread and the need for preemptive testing. Experts highlight the risks of ongoing transmission and emphasize the significance of this new directive from the CDC to protect both workers and public health.
Source: YAHOO