Bird Flu Viruses Raise Mounting Concerns Among Scientists

The New York TimesTuesday, January 13, 2026 at 10:24:20 PM
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Bird Flu Viruses Raise Mounting Concerns Among Scientists
  • Researchers are increasingly concerned about the spread of bird flu viruses, particularly following the Agriculture Department's announcement of the first detection of the virus in a dairy herd in Wisconsin. This marks the third instance of the virus transferring from wildlife to dairy cattle in the state last year, highlighting a troubling trend.
  • The implications of these findings are significant as they raise alarms about the potential impact on American farms and the broader agricultural sector, indicating a need for heightened biosecurity measures and monitoring to prevent further outbreaks.
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