#avian-influenza

#avian-influenza

Authorities confirm H5N1 infection in Hawaii; residents advised to monitor for avian flu symptoms after attending local pet fair.

The bird flu has been found in a child in the Bay Area, raising concerns about its spread and mutations.

A strain of avian influenza shows mutations that may improve its ability to infect humans, but human-to-human transmission has not been observed.

The first U.S. death from H5N1 avian influenza underscores ongoing concerns, though the CDC states public risk remains low. Recent cases are severe but not widespread.

70 confirmed human cases of H5N1 bird flu since April 2024; risk varies by exposure.

Genetic mutations in H5N1 from a Louisiana patient may increase human transmissibility, underscoring the need for ongoing surveillance.

Black rats have tested positive for H5N1, raising concerns about new transmission routes to pets and humans.

H5N1 avian influenza could easily mutate to infect humans, raising pandemic concerns. Only one mutation needed for efficient human cell binding.

Cows in Nevada have been infected by a second variant of avian influenza, raising concerns about transmission and risk to farmworkers.

Avian influenza outbreaks have drastically affected egg prices and supply in the U.S.

Egg prices are surging due to widespread shortages caused by avian influenza and inflation.

The current avian influenza outbreak has severely impacted the egg-laying chicken population in the U.S.

The price of eggs is expected to rise by 20% this year due to avian influenza outbreaks.

California's egg prices have skyrocketed to nearly $9 a dozen due to avian flu and regulatory changes.

Egg shortages driven by avian influenza have led to soaring prices, turning brokers like Brian Moscogiuri into critical support for desperate buyers and anxious producers.

Karoline Leavitt blames Biden for the egg shortage due to inflation and chicken culling, ignoring historical context of bird flu measures under Trump.

Australia's egg shortages are linked to avian influenza outbreaks leading to significant poultry euthanasia and subsequent production declines.

A 21-year-old harbor seal at Buttonwood Park Zoo died from complications of avian flu, highlighting risks to zoo animals.

Twenty big cats, including a Bengal tiger, have died from bird flu at a sanctuary, highlighting the virus's serious threat to wildlife.

A confirmed case of bird flu has been detected in a Canada goose at Rouge National Urban Park, with five others suspected.

Small-scale farmers like Kimberly Henny are increasingly concerned about avian influenza affecting their flocks due to migratory birds.

New Zealand halts poultry exports due to bird flu case, emphasizing the need to regain high pathogen-free status for trade.

Poultry farmers in the UK are urging for vaccination against bird flu amid rising cases and current government restrictions.

California is experiencing a major bird flu outbreak impacting poultry and dairy industries, raising concerns about food safety for holiday meals.

Australia's egg shortages due to bird flu may forecast prolonged shortages in the US as both nations face similar challenges.

HPAI outbreaks in California result in mass poultry deaths as migration season presents further risks.

A single mutation in bird flu could enable it to infect humans, a crucial finding for pandemic preparedness.

England is facing a severe bird flu outbreak with infected pheasants, raising urgent health concerns.

H5N9 was detected in a California duck farm, marking its first occurrence in American poultry with severe illness from highly pathogenic avian influenza.

The article highlights the ongoing risk of avian influenza to both livestock and human health, challenging the narrative of safety from agriculture departments.

A recall of raw cat food in Oregon is due to a bird flu link; consumption can be harmful to pets.