#avian-influenza

#avian-influenza

Smaller egg producers can thrive during price increases due to consumer preference for quality and ethical farming practices.

American egg producers, notably Cal-Maine, are profiting significantly while receiving substantial taxpayer aid due to avian flu culls.

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

Pasteurized milk is safe even if sourced from farms with avian influenza-infected cows, as pasteurization completely inactivates the virus.

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

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

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.

H5N1 was found in a stray cat in San Mateo County, emphasizing the need for vigilance among pet and poultry owners.

The first human bird flu death in the US occurred in Louisiana, highlighting the risks of H5N1 exposure.

Avian flu has caused egg shortages and price increases, with delayed effects on retail prices becoming evident to consumers.

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

The U.S. is implementing a $1 billion plan to combat avian influenza affecting poultry and egg prices.

Egg prices are significantly rising due to avian influenza outbreaks and inflation, with plant-based alternatives available for those seeking options.

The avian influenza outbreak has significantly impacted egg production, leading to rising prices and temporary surcharges at restaurants.

US egg prices have surged over 159% due to an avian flu outbreak causing significant culling of poultry.

Dr. Craig Stephen and Dr. Marcela Uhart are key experts presenting on One Health at the Cornell Center for Wildlife Health.

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

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

The spread of bird flu in domestic birds and cats remains concerning, with significant impacts reported in poultry and some infections noted in cats.

Bird flu is widespread in Massachusetts, prompting officials to implement urgent public health measures.

Two dead Canada geese at UMass Amherst tested positive for bird flu, prompting safety measures and investigations into other dead birds in the area.