The avian flu has reportedly spread to 42 dairy herds across nine states, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Now, concerns are being raised about further spread of the virus to humans.
There have been only two confirmed cases in humans so far. However, the Colorado Department of Health reported on Friday, May 9, that 70 dairy farm workers are being monitored for possible symptoms of the bird flu.
The workers were reportedly exposed to the virus at two dairy farms, however, none of the workers are currently showing symptoms of the disease. The farms with the infected herds have not been identified. The Health Department is coordinating testing and getting antiviral drugs ready in case the workers do test positive.
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