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Monday, November 2, 2026● Updated 6:00 AM ET
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Washington resident dies of bird flu after dairy exposure

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A Yakima County resident with underlying health conditions died after catching bird flu from contact with infected dairy cattle, and health officials confirmed a third human case in the county in another dairy-exposed person. Officials say the risk to the general public remains low. Avoid raw milk and sick or dead animals, and farm workers should wear protective gear.

Source: KOMO News

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