13 human cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5) have been confirmed in the USA so far in 2024, as of July 26. All were mild illnesses occurring in farm workers exposed to infected dairy cattle or poultry. Although the current risk to the general public is low, increased vigilance and pandemic preparedness efforts have been encouraged by public health authorities.
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