On Jun. 4, 2024, the Minnesota Department of Health reported that Avian Influenza A(H5N1) was detected in dairy cattle in Minnesota.  There was no reported detection in people. 

Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is recommending PPE for those who work with any infected or potentially infected animals. Farmers, workers, veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and responders should wear recommended personal protective equipment (PPE) such as an N95 filtering facepiece respirator, eye protection, and gloves, and perform thorough hand washing after contact with poultry or animals.

Avian Influenza A(H5N1) is primarily an occupational hazard that impacts workers in the poultry and dairy industries.