Rare Case of Human Bird Flu in Texas Traced to Contact with Sick Cattle
Limited Spread of Human Bird Flu, Reassures Experts
According to CBS NEWS, in Texas, there’s a rare case of human bird flu who got it from contact with sick dairy cattle. The patient has only mild symptoms like eye inflammation and is getting treatment. This is just the second time someone in the U.S. has caught bird flu, but experts say it’s unlikely to spread between people.
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Texas Unprecedented Human Bird Flu Infection – Dairy Cattle Connection Revealed! (PHOTO: Axios)
Officials Caution Amid Human Bird Flu Spread in Dairy Cattle
Human bird flu is also affecting dairy cattle in several states, including Texas. Although it’s rare for people to get sick, officials remind everyone to be careful. The symptoms are like the regular flu but can include red eyes. They also warn against drinking raw milk, which can make you sick even without human bird flu. Overall, they say the risk of getting sick from human bird flu is low if you take proper precautions.
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