"We are conducting a thorough investigation to fully understand the source of exposure here in B.C.," British Columbia Health Officer Bonnie Henry said in a statement.

on July 9, 2024. There have not yet been any cases of bird flu among cows in Connecticut. Credit - Suzanne Kreiter/The Boston Globe—Getty Images H5N1 avian influenza, more commonly known as bird flu, has infected more than 100 million birds in the U.S ...

Based on current evidence, the risk of avian influenza infection for the public remains low. The risk of bird flu infection is higher for those who have unprotected exposure to infected animals, PHAC said.