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First H5N1 Detections in Swine
There is no concern about the safety of the nation’s pork supply as a result of this finding. Press Release Contact: aphispress@usda.gov
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30, 2024 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Oregonstate veterinary officials are investigating positive cases of H5N1 in a backyard farming operation in Oregon that has a mix of poultry and livestock, including swine. All detections of H5N1 include viral genome sequencing to provide additional information of interest to medical professionals and the research community to improve our understanding of the virus. These collective, collaborative efforts have helped protect farmworkers and farmers, the health and welfare of livestock animals, and reaffirmed the safety of the nation’s food supply.
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