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CDC suggests human-to-human transmission unlikely

Last updated: October 24, 2024 6:29 pm
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Blood testing conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed that one person in Missouri with no known exposure to cattle or poultry contracted H5N1 bird flu in August. Additionally, a household contact of the individual may also have been infected. However, five health workers who cared for the confirmed case did not contract the virus, easing fears of a potential cluster of cases.

The CDC reported that blood samples from seven individuals in Missouri showed negative results for the health care workers but mixed results for the household contact. While the second individual had antibodies to the H5N1 virus, they did not meet the criteria to be considered a confirmed case by the World Health Organization. Despite this, the CDC officials indicated that the number of confirmed cases in the state may increase later on.

The investigation into the source of infection for the two individuals remains inconclusive, with no clear indication of how they became infected. Missouri health department officials have been unable to identify the origin of the infections. It is believed that the individuals were exposed to an infected animal or animal product, as they fell ill simultaneously, making person-to-person transmission unlikely.

The CDC’s testing also revealed that the virus strain found in the infected individuals is related to the one circulating in dairy cattle in the country. The ongoing cattle outbreak has led to a surge in human cases, with multiple states reporting infections. Notably, the Washington cases are linked to poultry workers, with genetic analysis showing a different version of H5N1 than the strain affecting cows.

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Overall, the findings highlight the importance of vigilance in monitoring and controlling outbreaks of avian flu. While the source of infection in the Missouri cases remains unknown, efforts are ongoing to track and contain the spread of the virus. By understanding the transmission and genetic variations of H5N1, health authorities can better prepare and respond to future outbreaks.

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