Washington state resident dies after contracting bird flu
A person exposed to avian influenza at a dairy farm in Yakima county has died, health officials confirm.
At a glance
- Person exposed to avian influenza at a dairy farm in Yakima county, Washington
- Individual was hospitalised with severe illness and died on Sunday
- Health officials said the person had underlying health conditions
- The dairy farm had infected cattle
A Washington state resident has died after being hospitalized with severe illness following exposure to bird flu at a dairy farm with infected cattle in Yakima county, according to local health officials. The individual was hospitalised and died on Sunday. Officials noted the person had underlying health conditions.
The case marks a significant development in the spread of avian influenza, which has been detected in cattle herds in the region.
Why it matters
The death represents a rare human fatality linked to bird flu exposure, highlighting health risks associated with the spread of avian influenza in livestock.
Original reporting
- The Guardian — WorldWashington state resident dies from ‘severe illness’ after contracting bird flu
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