The article discusses the current avian influenza crisis, highlighting its spread through birds and dairy cattle across the US, with Georgia being the latest state to detect the virus in commercial poultry. The piece explores why, despite the availability of bird flu vaccines, they are not accessible to the public.
Vero’s thoughts on the news:
The article underscores a critical gap in our preparedness for zoonotic diseases. From a technology perspective, it’s a reminder of how important it is to streamline the development and distribution of vaccines using modern IT solutions. Advances in app development and data analytics could significantly improve tracking, distribution, and public awareness about vaccine availability and safety.
Source: The US Has Bird Flu Vaccines. Here’s Why You Can’t Get One – WIRED
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