{"id":4121,"date":"2024-12-19T16:35:38","date_gmt":"2024-12-19T16:35:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/scenicwhispers.com\/?p=4121"},"modified":"2024-12-19T16:35:40","modified_gmt":"2024-12-19T16:35:40","slug":"first-severe-bird-flu-case-hits-the-us-state-of-emergency-declared-in-another-area","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/scenicwhispers.com\/archives\/4121","title":{"rendered":"First Severe Bird Flu Case Hits the US \u2014 State of Emergency Declared in Another Area"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class='\"PostImage_post-image-container__PlDZN' postcontent_thumb-image__ih052>\n<div class='\"PostContent_thumb-title__SoMYI\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), this is the first US bird flu case linked to a backyard flock.\n<div class='\"ContentRenderer_content-container__XYPLT\"' data-io-article-url='\"https:\/\/news.amomama.com\/444918-first-severe-bird-flu-case-hits-the-us.html?m=doc\"'>\n<div>\n<div class='\"adv\"'>\n<div class='\"Ad-Container' advintextbuilder_slot-wrapper___oz3g>\n<div class='\"Ad-Container' advslots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf advslots_adv-square-wrap__bxsu_>\n<div class='\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\"' data-slot-type='\"1\"' data-position='\"in_article_1\"' data-code='\"\/21668216007\/d_amomama_intext_01\"'>\n<div id='\"in_article_1\"' class='\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\"'>\n<div class='\"PostImage_post-image-container__PlDZN' postcontent_thumb-image__ih052>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"' data-testid='\"thumb-image\"'><picture><img decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' postimage_post-image__xnmzf src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/89cc73db5d66ee3315146ee23d3bc82dd4a593f082088a16c66e19987cd7ecda.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"Frozen' chicken on sale source: getty images>\n\n<div class='\"PostContent_thumb-title__SoMYI\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Frozen chicken on sale\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>A patient in Louisiana has been hospitalized with the first severe case of avian influenza A(H5N1) virus (&ldquo;H5N1 bird flu&rdquo;) in the US. CDC confirmed the presence of the virus on December 13, 2024.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/S6IJRUnJSDDbxu40i53U5LjtIjYcy5eSvsVmKNkjS80\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZDEyODQxNWFmZGE2M2IwZGMwNzhlZjA4YjA2YzY2N2ZlYTMzZDk1NjZkY2MyOGEzODg0NGU5ZWFlZTYzN2E2MS5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MzAwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MjExOA.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/d128415afda63b0dc078ef08b06c667fea33d9566dcc28a38844e9eaee637a61.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"USGS' biologist science tech brooke hill releases a western sandpiper after testing it for the highly pathogenic h5n1 avian influenza in sonoma california on august source: getty images width='\"3000\"' height='\"2118\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>USGS Biologist Science Tech Brooke Hill releases a Western Sandpiper after testing it for the highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza in Sonoma, California, on August 16, 2006\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>An investigation is underway to identify the source of an H5N1 bird flu infection. However, it has been confirmed that\u00a0the patient\u00a0had contact with ill and deceased birds from backyard flocks. This marks the first reported US case of H5N1 bird flu connected to backyard flock exposure.\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Additionally, there have been\u00a037 cases connected to dairy herds, 21 associated with poultry farms and culling operations, and 2 cases where the source of exposure remains unknown.\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Genomic analysis of the H5N1 bird flu virus from the Louisiana patient shows it belongs to the D1.1 genotype, linked to recent detections in US wild birds, poultry, and human cases in Canada and Washington.\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>This differs from the B3.13 genotype seen in dairy cows, some human cases, and poultry outbreaks. The CDC is conducting further sequencing and\u00a0virus isolation from the sick patient.\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>A single severe H5N1 bird flu case in a person is not unusual, as this virus has caused serious illness and fatalities in other countries, including in 2024. There is still no evidence of person-to-person transmission. Additionally, the CDC maintains that the overall public health risk from H5N1 bird flu is low.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"adv\"'>\n<div class='\"Ad-Container' advintextbuilder_slot-wrapper___oz3g advintextbuilder_slot-wrapper-second-floor__hfrmf>\n<div id='\"relatedsearch_in_article_3_2\"' class='\"RelatedSearchSlot_slot__zpqI2' ad-container data-position='\"in_article_3_2\"' data-slot-type='\"13\"'>\n\n\n\n<div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Nevertheless, California Governor,\u00a0Gavin Newsom, declared\u00a0a State of Emergency\u00a0to expedite the state&rsquo;s response to H5N1 bird flu after cases emerged in Southern California dairy cows.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Embed_wrapper__UQbow\"'>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n\n\n\n\n<div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>The virus has spread across 16 states since its\u00a0first confirmed detection\u00a0in Texas and Kansas on March 25, 2024. Bird flu was first identified in the US wild bird population in South Carolina in January 2022, followed by California in July 2022.\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>An outbreak in dairy cows was reported in Texas and Kansas, prompting CDFA to monitor California herds. To date,\u00a061 confirmed human cases\u00a0have been reported across seven states, including 34 in California.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Embed_wrapper__UQbow\"'>\n<div>\n<div>\n\n\n\n<div>\n<div class='\"adv\"'>\n<div class='\"Ad-Container' advintextbuilder_slot-wrapper___oz3g>\n<div class='\"Ad-Container' advslots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf advslots_adv-square-wrap__bxsu_>\n<div class='\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\"' data-slot-type='\"1\"' data-position='\"in_article_4\"' data-code='\"\/21668216007\/d_amomama_intext_04\"'>\n<div id='\"in_article_4\"' class='\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\"'>\n<div id='\"google_ads_iframe_\/21668216007\/d_amomama_intext_04_0__container__\"'>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Newsom explained that the declaration of a State of Emergency enables greater flexibility in staffing, contracts, and containment measures. He informed the public that California has implemented the nation&rsquo;s most extensive testing and monitoring system to address the outbreak.\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>The governor\u00a0shared, &ldquo;We are committed to further protecting public health, supporting our agriculture industry, and ensuring that Californians have access to accurate, up-to-date information.&rdquo;\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/WDccDit2NQt8Qg4BRrxmksrsIDNYwPRvaKbpxObh-p0\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vYTljZDZhNWM1MjY0ZGNmNWI5MTk1NDM4YmIyNTM2ZGQ0MDc1ZjVjMjQwNGUxNmU5OGFlNzJlYzg2ZTFlM2YzZi5qcGc_d2lkdGg9NDg2NyZoZWlnaHQ9MzMxNw.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/a9cd6a5c5264dcf5b9195438bb2536dd4075f5c2404e16e98ae72ec86e1e3f3f.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"California' governor gavin newsom speaks during a press conference in los angeles california on october source: getty images width='\"4867\"' height='\"3317\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>California Governor Gavin Newsom speaks during a press conference in Los Angeles, California, on October 27, 2024\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>As the government works to enhance public health, people have been urged to reduce their\u00a0risk of H5N1 exposure. The public is advised to avoid contact with sick or dead animals, including wild birds, poultry, and domesticated animals.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"adv\"'>\n<div class='\"Ad-Container' advintextbuilder_slot-wrapper___oz3g>\n<div class='\"Ad-Container' advslots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf advslots_adv-square-wrap__bxsu_>\n<div class='\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\"' data-slot-type='\"1\"' data-position='\"in_article_1\"' data-code='\"\/21668216007\/d_amomama_intext_01\"'>\n<div id='\"in_article_1-0\"' class='\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\"'>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>If exposure is unavoidable, personal protective equipment (PPE), such as gloves, safety goggles, N95 respirators, and disposable coveralls, should be worn to minimize risks.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/IHuMZe8hQokE_XkZpH-P8yA7Fr4xiobDTHRsuqtWYUg\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vYzZlOWVkNDUwMWI5ZDJjMDRlZTU3NmI5MjFhZWNlMDhmOGQzN2UxMWRiYmY0NmZhMWIwNjlkZGFlNDBjMGE4ZS5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MjQwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MTYxNQ.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/c6e9ed4501b9d2c04ee576b921aece08f8d37e11dbbf46fa1b069ddae40c0a8e.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"Jon' arizti sanz phd postdoctoral fellow testing purchased milk at area grocery stores for the presence of bird flu in cambridge on may source: getty images width='\"2400\"' height='\"1615\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Jon Arizti Sanz, PhD, Postdoctoral Fellow testing purchased milk at area grocery stores for the presence of bird flu, in Cambridge, on May 14, 2024\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Additionally, people should cook poultry, eggs, and meat to safe internal temperatures and consume pasteurized dairy products to help eliminate potential virus contamination.\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Individuals exposed to infected animals are asked\u00a0to monitor themselves\u00a0for symptoms, such as respiratory issues or eye redness, for 10 days. They should seek medical attention promptly if symptoms appear.\n\n</p><div>\n<div>\n\n<div>\n<div class='\"Embed_wrapper__UQbow\"'>\n<div>\n<div>\n\n\n\n<div>\n<div class='\"adv\"'>\n<div class='\"Ad-Container' advintextbuilder_slot-wrapper___oz3g>\n<div class='\"Ad-Container' advslots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf advslots_adv-square-wrap__bxsu_>\n<div class='\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\"' data-slot-type='\"1\"' data-position='\"in_article_2\"' data-code='\"\/21668216007\/d_amomama_intext_02\"'>\n<div id='\"in_article_2-1\"' class='\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\"'>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>For poultry and livestock workers, employers are encouraged to update workplace health and safety plans to address potential H5N1 exposure. They should also conduct hazard assessments to identify high-risk tasks.\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Additionally, when employers\u00a0implement control measures, such as isolating infected animals and ensuring proper hygiene, they can significantly reduce risks.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/4YQHDrUeN5djPyDRr76rKOlW9Ot1gl43gK3Q2_y6k1s\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vMzYzZjNjMzZjNTg5ODc4YzE0NThmYTRkYjg1NWM2YjA3YWI1NDk1MGFmODIyM2JkNmUwOGEwZTg1NWZiN2I5My5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MjQwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MTYwMA.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/363f3c36c589878c1458fa4db855c6b07ab54950af8223bd6e08a0e855fb7b93.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"Ducks' with bird flu also known as poultry are collected and put in a container zarnewanz germany on november source: getty images width='\"2400\"' height='\"1600\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Ducks with bird flu also known as poultry flu are collected and put in a container in Zarnewanz, Germany, on November 28, 2024\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Workers should also be provided with appropriate PPE to safeguard against contact with infected animals or contaminated materials. 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