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You may have seen H5 bird flu mentioned in the news lately.
The bird flu is causing outbreaks in poultry and U.S. dairy cows, with more human cases now reported. What should you know about H5 bird flu before your next Disney trip?
On the bright side, the CDC says the current public health risk is low. They are closely monitoring the situation and collaborating with states to observe people with animal exposure. Since 2024, there have been 66 confirmed human cases and 1 death in the U.S.
Most cases were linked to commercial agriculture, with one case from animal exposure and two from unknown sources. The CDC advises avoiding direct contact with wild birds and those that appear ill or dead. Avoid drinking raw milk and ensure proper handling and cooking of poultry.
Currently, there are no travel restrictions due to bird flu. Though outbreaks have occurred in poultry and dairy cows, human-to-human transmission is rare without continued spread. This is reassuring if you're concerned about visiting Disney World amid H5 bird flu coverage.
Most human cases result from close, unprotected contact with infected birds or areas, rarely from intermediary animals. Person-to-person spread is uncommon, so H5 bird flu transmission from other Disney visitors is unlikely. However, avoid close contact with wild birds.
Overall, there’s no need to worry about H5 bird flu if you're heading to Disney World soon. Infection usually requires prolonged contact with infected animals. Stay updated with DFB for more news.
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The post originally appeared on the Disney Food Blog.
The bird flu is causing outbreaks in poultry and U.S. dairy cows, with more human cases now reported. What should you know about H5 bird flu before your next Disney trip?
On the bright side, the CDC says the current public health risk is low. They are closely monitoring the situation and collaborating with states to observe people with animal exposure. Since 2024, there have been 66 confirmed human cases and 1 death in the U.S.
Most cases were linked to commercial agriculture, with one case from animal exposure and two from unknown sources. The CDC advises avoiding direct contact with wild birds and those that appear ill or dead. Avoid drinking raw milk and ensure proper handling and cooking of poultry.
Currently, there are no travel restrictions due to bird flu. Though outbreaks have occurred in poultry and dairy cows, human-to-human transmission is rare without continued spread. This is reassuring if you're concerned about visiting Disney World amid H5 bird flu coverage.
Most human cases result from close, unprotected contact with infected birds or areas, rarely from intermediary animals. Person-to-person spread is uncommon, so H5 bird flu transmission from other Disney visitors is unlikely. However, avoid close contact with wild birds.
Overall, there’s no need to worry about H5 bird flu if you're heading to Disney World soon. Infection usually requires prolonged contact with infected animals. Stay updated with DFB for more news.
Join the DFB Newsletter for the latest updates. Subscribe now!
The post originally appeared on the Disney Food Blog.