As Thanksgiving approaches, fears surrounding the spread of bird flu, particularly the H5N1 strain, are growing. Experts express concern over mysterious cases and increasing infections among livestock, with reports suggesting the virus has spread to 50 states. While health officials state that eating turkey remains safe this holiday, they warn that the outbreak is more widespread than previously thought, raising the risk of human transmissibility. The situation is exacerbated by inadequate testing protocols at farms, prompting calls for action from former FDA officials and other experts. With migrations of birds increasing the risk of spread, many wonder if this could be the precursor to another pandemic.