The H5N1 bird flu outbreak is now impacting domestic cats in California, with nearly half of the infected non-livestock mammals being felines. The California Department of Public Health has noted no human cases from cats, but animal-to-human transmission is a concern. Experts emphasize the need for cat owners to take precautions as the risk of H5N1 spreading remains high, particularly during kitten season. The situation demands vigilance as mutations of the virus could eventually lead to significant health implications for humans.
The ongoing H5N1 outbreak is significantly impacting domestic cats, with nearly half of the non-livestock mammals infected in California being felines, leading to many deaths.
Experts urge cat owners to take precautions to mitigate the spread of avian flu among their pets, especially with the impending kitten season approaching.
Dr. Jane E. Sykes warns that if the H5N1 virus mutates, it could pose more serious risks for humans, given California's high rates of human infections.
California remains at the forefront of H5N1 infections, primarily transmitted from infected dairy cows to humans, highlighting the need for vigilance.
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