Avian Flu Found in Milk From Maricopa County Dairy

Avian flu detected in Maricopa dairy cattle, no human risk

PHOENIX, Ariz. (KVOA) - The Arizona Department of Agriculture (AZDA) has confirmed a new detection of H5N1 avian influenza in milk from a Maricopa County dairy herd. The facility is now under quarantine as a precautionary measure.

Avian flu found in milk from Maricopa County dairy

The D1.1 strain of H5N1, aka avian flu, was found in milk from a dairy in Maricopa County. The Arizona Dept. of Agriculture said the danger to the public is low.

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