Cats die in Los Angeles from suspected bird flu linked to recalled raw milk

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Two cats in Los Angeles have died from suspected bird flu after drinking raw milk linked to a recall. The local health department is testing the cats to confirm the presence of the H5N1 virus. The cats showed symptoms like fever and lack of appetite after consuming the raw milk. Bird flu in cats is rare and can occur through contaminated food or infected birds. Humans who had contact with the cats are monitoring for symptoms and have been offered antiviral medication. Health officials recommend avoiding raw dairy and undercooked meat to prevent disease spread.


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