April 2024

First Human Case Of Bird Flu In Texas Detected After Contact With Infected Dairy Cattle

A person in Texas contracted the highly pathogenic strain of avian influenza A(H5N1) after contact with infected dairy cattle, marking the first human case in the state and the second in the U.S. State officials believe the risk to the general public is low but urge caution for those with close contact with affected animals. Health care providers are advised to consider the possibility of infection in individuals with symptoms and potential exposure.

House Speaker Dade Phelan’s Immigration Record Central In Bid To Oust Him

Apr 1, 2024 | Politics

Republican House Speaker Dade Phelan faced criticism for his failed proposal, House Bill 20, which sought to create a team to patrol the southern border but was blocked by Democrats. Phelan, who is now in a primary runoff, is defending his record on border security, highlighting his support for Senate Bill 4, which allows law enforcement to arrest suspected illegal border crossers, a law currently on hold due to legal challenges. The primary runoff against GOP activist David Covey reflects the intense focus on immigration in Texas politics, with Republicans aiming to prove their commitment to border security amidst increasing scrutiny.

Month: April 2024

First Human Case Of Bird Flu In Texas Detected After Contact With Infected Dairy Cattle

House Speaker Dade Phelan’s Immigration Record Central In Bid To Oust Him

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