A new bird flu virus found in cows in Texas is worrying for human health.

A veterinarian in Texas started getting calls about sick and dying birds on farms. Soon after, she heard that many barn cats were getting sick and dying, too.

The veterinarian also learned that cows were getting sick with unusual symptoms. Tests showed that the animals had a bird flu virus that had never been seen in cows before.

The veterinarian noticed that people on the farms were getting sick, too. Some people had fevers, body aches, and eye problems.

Health officials tested some of the sick people for bird flu, but many people did not want to be tested. It is important to test people to understand how the virus spreads, but many farmers and workers are afraid to allow testing.

The veterinarian is worried about the sick animals and people. She hopes that more people will allow testing so that everyone can learn more about the virus and how to stop it from spreading.