Federal agencies struggle to coordinate response to bird flu
The Washington Post — April 25, 2024, 12:00 PM UTC
Summary: Federal agencies are struggling to coordinate a response to a highly virulent bird flu outbreak infecting cows in the U.S. Lack of testing and delayed information sharing raise concerns of unchecked pathogen spread. One dairy worker in Texas fell ill. USDA mandates testing for lactating dairy cows moving across state lines. Genetic analyses suggest the outbreak has been ongoing since late 2023. Public health experts stress the need for broader and faster testing to prevent further spread.
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