H5N1 bird flu found in non-commercial birds in Franklin County
The presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza, or H5N1 bird flu, has been confirmed after officials worked to quarantine a backyard flock in Franklin County last week. HPAI was confirmed in the 24-bird flock by Vermont’s Agency of Agriculture,
Why scientists say we are fighting H5N1 bird flu with one hand tied behind our backs
When, where and how the H5N1 bird flu virus may evolve and its capacity to spark a pandemic is hard to predict — in part, some researchers say, because of federal restrictions on gain-of-function research.
The first severe case of H5N1 bird flu confirmed in US: What to know about the virus
The first severe case of H5N1 bird flu was confirmed in Louisiana. Here is a map of other states that have been affected.
Symptoms of H5N1 Strain Bird Flu: What We Know
A patient in Louisiana was hospitalized after a recent exposure with the CDC issuing guidance to those most at-risk of infection.
More L.A. cats appear to be infected with H5N1 bird flu
Los Angeles County health officials have identified three more cats with presumptive H5N1; the source of the virus has not yet determined, but experts suspect raw meat.
Public health confirms first human case of H5 bird flu in LA County
According to the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, the person is an adult exposed to livestock infected with the virus at a worksite. That person was treated with antivirals and is currently recovering at home.
First Severe Case of H5N1 Bird Flu in U.S. Sparks Urgent Reminder for Precautions
A chilling milestone in U.S. public health has been confirmed. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently announced the nation’s first severe case of avian
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Bird flu transmission from human-to-human a small but growing concern, doctor says
Highly contagious H5N1 avian influenza, or “bird flu,” has been found in a Mississippi chicken flock. It’s the first major ...
Wildlife sanctuary in quarantine after bird flu kills 20 big cats
A wildlife sanctuary in Washington state is under quarantine after 20 big cats died due to H5N1 bird flu infections.
Bird flu found on a turkey farm in Burnett County, Wisconsin: What to know
H5N1 outbreaks have led to the losses of commercial flocks in Barron, Trempealeau, Washburn and other Wisconsin counties.
Frozen, raw pet food carrying bird-flu virus is recalled in 12 states after Oregon cat dies
A Portland brand of cat food is being recalled in 12 states, including Washington, after a cat that ate it contracted bird ...
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North Bay health officials address bird flu threat with this advice: Avoid raw dairy products and get your seasonal flu vaccine
After Gov. Gavin Newsom last week declared an emergency stemming from bird flu’s spread in dairy herds, local public health ...
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Cats can get sick with bird flu. Here's how to protect them
The death of an Oregon house cat from bird flu and a pet food recall are raising questions about how people can protect their ...
Northwest Naturals raw pet food tied to bird flu in cat; recall issued
The recall, according to a news release published Wednesday, involves Northwest Naturals' Feline Turkey Recipe raw frozen pet ...
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Bird flu update: Maps show states most affected
The CDC determined the person was likely exposed to H5N1 from sick or dead birds in a backyard flock – the first time a U.S ...