Michigan is taking steps to contain the spread of H5N1 bird flu infections among farmworkers. The state’s health authorities are conducting a seroprevalence study on farms to assess the risk to workers. Workers are asked to complete a questionnaire and provide blood samples for analysis by the CDC. The study aims to identify undetected cases of the virus and understand transmission dynamics. Farm owners and workers are interested in participating in the study. The CDC hopes other states will conduct similar studies for consistency. The study is revealing variations in farm setups and procedures that affect the risk to humans.
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Michigan launches first effort of its kind to detect silent bird flu infections in workers
