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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported that 58 individuals have contracted the H5N1 strain of bird flu, indicating a rising concern over the virus's transmission risks. Furthermore, the outbreaks have led to the infection of millions of birds across 49 states, alongside the reported infection of hundreds of cattle. The extent of these infections highlights the urgent need for improved monitoring and response strategies to protect both animal and public health.