WHO urges heightened vigilance on potential spread of bird flu in cows

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WHO urges heightened vigilance on potential spread of bird flu in cows

Geneva —   In the wake of a recent outbreak of avian influenza detected in dairy cows and goats in the United States, the World Health Organization is calling on governments to increase their surveillance and to “remain vigilant” regarding the possible spread of this deadly disease to their countries.  Dr. Wenqing Zhang, head of the WHO’s global influenza program, said Friday that investigations are underway to determine the extent and severity …