H5N1 bird flu cases rise to 53 in the U.S. with no risk from cooked poultry

H5N1 bird flu cases have risen to at least 53 in the U.S., with new infections reported in California and Oregon. Most cases involve individuals who worked with infected animals. No infections have been linked to properly cooked poultry. Concerns about the U.S. response to H5N1 have grown, with calls for better protection for at-risk workers. Experts have criticized the slow sharing of genomic data related to the virus, highlighting potential global implications if it spreads among livestock. Despite the increase in cases, health officials maintain that the risk to the general public remains low. The CDC is monitoring the situation and emphasizes that properly cooked poultry is safe to eat.