Thursday, July 17, 2025

Isolation of Highly Pathogenic Avian #Influenza #H5N1 Virus from #Cat #Urine after Raw #Milk Ingestion, #USA

Abstract

In 2024, 3 domestic cats in California, USA consumed raw milk contaminated with highly pathogenic avian influenza A(H5N1) virus. Fever and neurologic signs developed; 2 cats died. The surviving cat’s urine tested positive for H5N1 virus by reverse transcription PCR. Raw dairy products pose a risk to both animal and human health.

Source: US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/31/8/25-0309_article

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