STAT is providing regular updates on the H5N1 avian flu outbreak in the US, with concerns raised about the government’s response to the virus in dairy cows. Seth Berkley criticized the surveillance efforts and lack of progress in containing the spread of the virus. The US Department of Agriculture has confirmed infections in 102 herds in 12 states, with questions remaining about the effectiveness of biosecurity measures. States like Michigan are praised for their robust response to the outbreak. Overall, there are concerns about the government’s ability to control and prevent further spread of the virus.
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A critic of the U.S. response speaks out
