Initial Detection and Response
A pig in has tested positive for the H5N1 bird flu virus, marking the first instance of the virus being found in swine in the .
The and Oregon officials are investigating the case on a non-commercial farm where pigs, poultry, and other livestock shared resources, potentially facilitating cross-species transmission.
Broader Context and Precautions
Despite the detection, officials assert there is no concern for the safety of the nation's pork supply, and the farm has been quarantined with other animals under surveillance.
The H5N1 virus has been spreading among dairy cows across the U.S., with over two dozen human cases reported this year, primarily among those in direct contact with infected animals.