"We do not have immunity against it," warn scientists as India’s first bird flu case in cats raises human health concerns

In an alarming first, cases of avian influenza (H5N1) have been found in domestic cats in Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. This raises concerns about the virus mutating in mammals and its potential risk to humans. Though human infections are rare, experts stress the importance of enhanced surveillance and preventive measures to curb the spread.