India reports its first H5N1 bird flu cases in domestic cats raising concerns about its potential spread to humans Experts warn of mutations—should we be worried

The first case of H5N1 avian influenza in domestic cats has been confirmed in Madhya Pradesh’s Chhindwara district. According to authorities, the infected felines showed high fever, appetite loss, and lethargy before dying within three days when symptoms began showing.

Four cases of avian influenza (H5N1) were detected in three pet cats and a live bird in Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh. This is the first time the strain infecting domestic cats in India, raising concerns about its adaptability and potential impact on humans.

An house cat in East County that died last month represents the first case of bird flu found in a cat countywide, local health officials said.

The death of a domestic cat due to bird flu has created panic in the administration, now people are afraid that the avian influenza virus may also make humans its victims. Bird Flu in Domestic Cats: The first cases of avian influenza virus (H5N1) in domestic cats in India have been reported from Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh,

India has reported its first cases of the H5N1 avian influenza virus infecting domestic cats, with cases documented in Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. Scientists warn that mutations in the virus could increase the risk of transmission to humans.