The CDC reports no spread of the H5N1 avian influenza strain among people or through contaminated poultry products in the U.S. The current public health risk is assessed as low.
Steps taken by producers to identify and cull infected chickens, along with the timeline for egg distribution, minimize the presence of potentially contaminated eggs in stores.
Pasturization of eggs and proper cooking techniques significantly reduce the risk of infection from bird flu. The USDA and FDA have established protocols to manage outbreaks effectively.
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