10K views · 62 reactions | Avian influenza, commonly called “bird flu,” is a viral infection that spreads in birds, cows and other animals. It can sometimes spread to people. In humans, H5 subtypes of influenza A are the most common cause. It can cause mild to severe respiratory symptoms and pink eye. People who work with poultry, waterfowl and dairy cows are most at risk. | Cleveland Clinic | Facebook

For the first time in the U.S., H5N1 avian influenza, commonly known as the bird flu, has been detected in a pig. The virus is widespread among wild birds globally. It continues to cause outbreaks in American poultry and dairy cows, and it has infected humans. Dr. Matthew Binnicker, director of the Clinical Virology Laboratory at Mayo Clinic, talks about avian flu and why the flu vaccine is important: https://mayocl.in/3YOGUAr | Mayo Clinic