A person in Missouri contracted H5 bird flu without known contact with infected animals or birds, raising concerns about possible person-to-person spread of a virus that has not circulated in humans. Public health officials are urgently investigating the source of the infection. Experts are puzzled by the slow response and lack of information on the case. Questions include the severity of the illness, potential exposure to infected animals or birds, consumption of raw milk, and the possibility of person-to-person transmission. Concerns also arise from the ongoing outbreak of H5N1 in cows, indicating a need for thorough investigation and transparency in addressing the situation.
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5 burning questions about Missouri’s mysterious H5 bird flu case
