Cartoon: Virus flies in

Grace Stiefel, Staff Writer • May 30, 2024

In recent years, avian influenza, or H5N1, has evolved into a growing crisis in the U.S., as the infection has slaughtered approximately 92.34 million birds since 2022. H5N1 has spread to other farm animals as well, specifically cattle. The circumstances are troubling enough; however, a few cases have also been documented in humans. Though the spread of avian influenza is not traced to human transmission and is a low-risk condition, uneasiness about the future of H5N1 has started to develop. More severe precautions should be taken to prevent the likelihood of another pandemic and to reduce the damage and spread of H5N1 in birds and other important livestock. (Grace Stiefel)

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Grace Stiefel, Staff Writer

Grace Stiefel is a junior and is excited to be a cartoonist for her second year of journalism. She enjoys drawing, sports, and playing video games.

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