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Two Human Cases Of Bird Flu Reported In U.S.

Illustration shows test tubes labelled "Bird Flu" and eggs

Two cases of bird flu have been confirmed in humans in the United States, with a farm worker in Michigan testing positive for the virus. This occurrence is part of an ongoing outbreak affecting birds and cattle across the country. Health officials emphasize that the risk to the general public remains low despite these cases.

The second individual infected with bird flu exhibited symptoms such as eye redness, swelling, and conjunctivitis, commonly known as pink eye. The farm worker was under monitoring due to exposure to livestock and tested positive for the virus through an eye swab. Fortunately, the patient has since recovered.

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