Fragments of a potentially dangerous bird flu virus were identified in Austin wastewater, miles from the nearest dairy farm.
The sequencing indicates that it could be multiple sources. “It is truly still a mystery,” said Maresso, a virologist. Possible sources include infected farm animals, wild birds or dumped milk. “Unreported human cases, while unlikely, are also a possibility.”
https://tinyurl.com/ysxy35fr
#birdflu #h5n1 #press
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