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Opinion: California bird flu outbreak spotlights the risky ways we produce food

The bird flu outbreak threatens California's dairy industry and raises public health concerns regarding intensive animal agriculture.
Enhanced protections for dairy workers are essential amidst the rising human cases of bird flu.

Dozens of Zoo Tigers Die After Contracting Bird Flu in Vietnam

Over a dozen tigers were incinerated after contracting bird flu in Vietnam, raising concerns about zoonotic disease transmission.
Health officials are monitoring other animals following the bird flu outbreak at the zoo.

Opinion: Spread of bird flu bolsters case to stop eating animal meat

Industrial animal farming increases zoonotic disease risk; lab-grown meat offers cleaner alternative.

Opinion: California bird flu outbreak spotlights the risky ways we produce food

The bird flu outbreak threatens California's dairy industry and raises public health concerns regarding intensive animal agriculture.
Enhanced protections for dairy workers are essential amidst the rising human cases of bird flu.

Dozens of Zoo Tigers Die After Contracting Bird Flu in Vietnam

Over a dozen tigers were incinerated after contracting bird flu in Vietnam, raising concerns about zoonotic disease transmission.
Health officials are monitoring other animals following the bird flu outbreak at the zoo.

Opinion: Spread of bird flu bolsters case to stop eating animal meat

Industrial animal farming increases zoonotic disease risk; lab-grown meat offers cleaner alternative.
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How ancient civilizations socially distanced neighborhoods to evade diseases

Disease may have played a significant role in the abandonment and reorganization of early farming communities in Europe.
#animal-welfare

Hong Kong zoo seeks answers after 9 monkeys mysteriously die DW 10/15/2024

Urgent investigations are underway in Hong Kong following the mysterious deaths of nine monkeys, raising concerns about zoonotic diseases and animal welfare.

Activists warn of dangers as Hong Kong zoo probes monkey deaths

The death of nine monkeys in Hong Kong raises concerns about animal captivity and zoonotic disease risks.

Hong Kong zoo seeks answers after 9 monkeys mysteriously die DW 10/15/2024

Urgent investigations are underway in Hong Kong following the mysterious deaths of nine monkeys, raising concerns about zoonotic diseases and animal welfare.

Activists warn of dangers as Hong Kong zoo probes monkey deaths

The death of nine monkeys in Hong Kong raises concerns about animal captivity and zoonotic disease risks.
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From cloning to CRISPR: The center that created Dolly designs epidemic-resistant animals

Roslin Institute has shifted focus from cloning to CRISPR gene editing to enhance animal disease resistance and improve livestock health.
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The Veterinarians Preventing the Next Pandemic

The emergence of West Nile virus in 1999 emphasized the critical role of veterinarians in public health regarding zoonotic diseases.

Fears fresh pandemic outbreak could spark in China's fur farms

Fur farms in China host viruses that could lead to a new pandemic, with experts urging for the industry to be shut down.

US bird flu outbreak: Interspecies transmission confirmed DW 07/25/2024

H5N1 avian influenza efficiently spread among various animal species and had significant implications for public health.

Warning in Los Angeles as rare brain-infecting raccoon parasite is discovered in people

Two human cases of Baylisascaris procyonis were found in Los Angeles County, prompting health officials to urge public precautions.
Monitor animal interactions, especially for vulnerable groups, to prevent potential infection from raccoon roundworm.

Brain-infecting parasite found in two L.A. County residents: What to know about 'racoon roundworm'

Two cases of raccoon roundworm infection reported in Los Angeles County; risk to public remains low, but caution is advised due to high infection rates in raccoons.

Human cases of raccoon parasite may be your best excuse to buy a flamethrower

Raccoon parasite infections pose serious health risks, particularly to vulnerable populations, highlighting the importance of awareness and preventive measures.

The Veterinarians Preventing the Next Pandemic

The emergence of West Nile virus in 1999 emphasized the critical role of veterinarians in public health regarding zoonotic diseases.

Fears fresh pandemic outbreak could spark in China's fur farms

Fur farms in China host viruses that could lead to a new pandemic, with experts urging for the industry to be shut down.

US bird flu outbreak: Interspecies transmission confirmed DW 07/25/2024

H5N1 avian influenza efficiently spread among various animal species and had significant implications for public health.

Warning in Los Angeles as rare brain-infecting raccoon parasite is discovered in people

Two human cases of Baylisascaris procyonis were found in Los Angeles County, prompting health officials to urge public precautions.
Monitor animal interactions, especially for vulnerable groups, to prevent potential infection from raccoon roundworm.

Brain-infecting parasite found in two L.A. County residents: What to know about 'racoon roundworm'

Two cases of raccoon roundworm infection reported in Los Angeles County; risk to public remains low, but caution is advised due to high infection rates in raccoons.

Human cases of raccoon parasite may be your best excuse to buy a flamethrower

Raccoon parasite infections pose serious health risks, particularly to vulnerable populations, highlighting the importance of awareness and preventive measures.
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#cats

Bird Flu Is Infecting Cats (and the Occasional Dog). Here's What to Know.

Cats are highly susceptible to avian influenza, especially H5N1, with a recent increase in infections.

Should Your Cat Sleep in Bed with You? A Veterinarian Reveals the Hidden Health Risks

Sleeping with your cat can increase the risk of zoonotic diseases and infections, especially for immunocompromised and young children.

La gripe aviar esta infectando a los gatos. Y a unos cuantos perros

A recent outbreak of avian flu in dairy cows has spread to cats, infecting at least 21 across nine states, signaling a new concern for the virus.

Bird Flu Is Infecting Cats (and the Occasional Dog). Here's What to Know.

Cats are highly susceptible to avian influenza, especially H5N1, with a recent increase in infections.

Should Your Cat Sleep in Bed with You? A Veterinarian Reveals the Hidden Health Risks

Sleeping with your cat can increase the risk of zoonotic diseases and infections, especially for immunocompromised and young children.

La gripe aviar esta infectando a los gatos. Y a unos cuantos perros

A recent outbreak of avian flu in dairy cows has spread to cats, infecting at least 21 across nine states, signaling a new concern for the virus.
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Why the next pandemic could come from the Arctic - and what to do about it

A unified approach across disciplines is essential to manage the emerging health threats from zoonotic diseases in the rapidly warming Arctic.

Humans to push further into wildlife habitats across more than 50% of land by 2070 study

Increased human encroachment into wildlife habitats poses significant risks to biodiversity and heightens potential for future pandemics.

For those bringing a dog into the U.S., new rules aim to keep out rabies

New CDC rules require strict criteria for dogs entering the US to prevent rabies, impacting international pet travel and adoptions.

Bird flu's wild range

Monitoring wild animals for diseases is crucial to identifying emerging health threats from zoonotic diseases originating in wildlife.

Opinion | If Bird Flu Spreads, These Workers Will See It First

H5N1 transmission risk among dairy workers highlights the need for increased surveillance and testing to prevent potential human outbreaks.

Meet Kitum, the world's deadliest cave and suspected origin of Ebola

Kitum cave in Kenya harbors deadly pathogens from elephants scraping salt, causing zoonotic diseases, like Marburg and Ravn viruses.
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