More Bird Flu Confirmed In Missouri

One more confirmation connected to a recent outbreak.

On the bright side . . . Authorities continue to keep the public updated and say that the threat is minimal.

Here's the word and more info for now . . .

The person, a health care worker, was not tested because their symptoms resolved before the investigation into the illnesses began, according to the CDC.

This is the second health care worker to report that they developed symptoms after being in contact with the patient. The first was tested for flu, and the results were negative, the CDC said.

The agency says the risk of H5N1 to the general population remains low.

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