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The USDA has conducted over 17,000 tests for avian influenza on cattle across nine states, with 67 herds affected, prompting federal and state authorities to worry about the bird flu's spread from poultry to cattle to humans. Cases have been identified in dairy farmworkers, raising concerns about potential human-to-human transmission. Authorities are closely monitoring farms, calling for more testing and biosecurity measures to prevent further spread. The USDA has initiated a pilot program for expanded testing on dairy farms and is transferring funds to aid the response. Health officials are emphasizing the need for personal protective equipment for farmworkers and urging caution in interactions between pets and wild birds.
Source: YAHOO