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Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza: A Persistent Threat To US Poultry

This latest outbreak is part of a broader epizootic that has swept across the United States, affecting not only poultry but also wild birds, mammals, and humans.

Brownfield Ag News · 21h

Highly pathogenic avian influenza cases have producers on high alert

The recent uptick of highly pathogenic avian influenza across the state of Indiana has producers on high alert to curb the spread of the virus. Denise Derrer Spears with Indiana’s State Board of Animal Health says more than a six mile barrier is put in place immediately following a positive test result.

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Is the highly pathogenic avian influenza a threat to pets?

The American Veterinary Medical Association has issued recommendations for keeping pets and backyard flocks safe from highly pathogenic avian influenza, and the recommendations are also a useful guide for humans.

New Bird Flu Strain Detected in U.S.

Augusta Free Press · 1h

Avian influenza, bird flu present on Eastern Shore, eastern half of state

The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources is receiving increasing reports of sick or dead wild birds on the Eastern Shore.

WATTAgNet · 2d

US reports first detection of new strain of avian flu virus

Commercial duck flock in California has tested positive for two strains of avian influenza. On November 23, 2024, two HPAI viruses were identified in samples from a farm rearing meat ducks in Merced County in California. Increased mortality was observed at the premises, leading the state veterinary authority to quarantine the farm.

U.S. News & World Report · 1d

New Bird Flu Strain Detected in the U.S.

By India Edwards HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, Jan. 29, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- A new strain of bird flu, H5N9, has been detected for the first time in the United States, raising concerns about how it continues to spread.

Bird flu outbreaks drive egg prices up

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Can you get bird flu from eating chicken or eggs? What to know about how avian flu spreads

The risk of bird flu to humans is low, but eating undercooked eggs or chicken could increase your chances of exposure to infection and germs.

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Food giant Sysco’s CEO says bird flu will keep egg prices high

Sysco Corporation, the multinational food distribution giant, is weighing in on how consumers will continue to feel the effects of inflation at their breakfast and dinner tables. During Sysco's Q2 2025 earnings call on Tuesday,

StamfordAdvocate · 1d

Bird flu outbreaks drive egg prices up even higher in Connecticut and nationwide

Bird flu outbreaks are raising egg prices in Connecticut and across the U.S. as the H5N1 virus impacts poultry supply.

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Avian Influenza Precautions Issued by Multiple Agencies

State agencies are issuing avian influenza (HPAI) precautions after detection of the virus in locations they manage. Although the chance of encountering a diseased animal—even less of catching or ...

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Q&A: Wildlife disease expert discusses avian flu, risks and prevention

With the advent of cases of avian flu in southern New England, and the rise in egg prices due to limited supply as a result, ...

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What to know about avian flu in wild birds, poultry, and pets in Illinois

The nationwide spread of highly pathogenetic avian influenza, HPAI, also known as avian or bird flu has many in Illinois concerned about livestock, ...

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Minnesota to begin statewide testing of milk in February for avian flu virus

Minnesota and Iowa were added to the National Milk Testing Strategy on Jan. 8. There are now 36 states involved in the testing for the avian influenza virus.

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EU agencies track avian influenza variants on potential threat to humans

Two European regulators said on Wednesday they were tracking variants of the avian influenza virus due to the threat of the pathogen adapting to spread between humans and triggering future pandemics, ...