In March 2024, a high pathogenic bird flu virus was reported in dairy cows in several states, marking the first time this type of flu virus has been found in cows.

A Northern California child who consumed raw milk and became severely ill did not have the bird flu virus, according to tests conducted by the CDC.

Just days after the USDA issued a new order that all raw milk must be tested for bird flu, reports have emerged of animals dying of the virus, including cats and several zoo animals.