Key Takeaways
- H5N1 bird flu has been detected in 36 dairy cattle herds in nine states, but wastewater and retail milk testing suggest the outbreak in dairy cattle may be more widespread.
- Seasonal respiratory illness activity continues to decrease. Seasonal gastrointestinal disease activity remains elevated.
- Sporadic measles outbreaks are being reported across the nation. The WHO has recorded over 100,000 cases globally this year.
- Protests have broken out on college campuses throughout the U.S. Violence, including injuries to protestors and law enforcement, has occurred on some campuses. Arrests related to the protests have occurred on three college campuses in Virginia.
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