Galveston County health officials have confirmed the first case of Avian Influenza, commonly known as bird flu, in Texas City.
Avian Influenza, primarily affecting birds, is caused by influenza type A viruses.
The strain detected in Texas City is identified as H5N1.
This particular strain has been a cause of concern worldwide due to its potential to spread among different bird species and its rare ability to infect humans.
Bird flu is typically spread through contact with infected birds or contaminated environments.
In late September, an agricultural worker in Texas was diagnosed with the first confirmed human case of H5N1 in the United States.
This case in Texas was part of a broader pattern, with the CDC now confirming a total of 60 human cases across 49 states.