In recent years, H5N1 has spread widely among wild birds, poultry, land and marine mammals and now among dairy cattle.
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“So far, the virus does not show signs of having adapted to spread among humans, but more surveillance is needed,” he urged. Whether you turn to Premium Times for daily updates, in-depth investigations into pressing national issues, or entertaining trending stories, we value your readership. Mr Ghebreyesus also noted that based on available information, WHO continues to assess the public health risk posed by H5N1 avian influenza to be low and low-to-moderate for people exposed to infected animals.
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