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bird flu outbreak at utah mink farm raises pandemic concerns
A ProPublica investigation found bird flu has spread through a mink farm near Provo for over two months. Experts warn of potential human risks as Utah officials face criticism over their response.
A bird flu outbreak at a mink farm near Provo, Utah, is raising concerns about the potential spread of the virus to humans.
According to an investigation by ProPublica, bird flu has circulated through the facility for more than two months, raising questions about the response from Utah health and agricultural officials.
Experts warn that outbreaks among mammals warrant close monitoring because of the potential for the virus to adapt and spread more easily between animals or humans.
While the outbreak has raised public health concerns, it does not mean a human pandemic is imminent.
