Latest on Bird Flu in Humans, Chickens, and More

The Latest on Bird Flu in Humans, Chickens, and More
Bird flu headlines include three new human cases, millions of dead birds in poultry flocks and new personnel moves from the Trump administration
The first human case of bird flu has been reported in Ohio. Here's what you need to know
A Mercer County farm worker came into contact with dead poultry that was infected with the disease, the state's health department reports.
A farm worker has contracted Ohio's first human case of bird flu: What to know
The first human case of bird flu in Ohio was reported in a farm worker from Mercer County. There have been 68 human cases of bird flu in 11 states since January 1, 2024, including one death in Louisiana. The overall risk of contracting bird flu remains low, but those in close contact with infected poultry should take precautions.
Wyoming woman hospitalized with bird flu in third confirmed human case
A Wyoming woman hospitalized with bird flu is the state's first human case after her flock of chickens became infected and died, according to state officials.
I Have a Backyard Chicken Flock. Should I Worry About Bird Flu?
If you’re a backyard chicken owner (and even if you’re not), you’ve likely heard about Avian Influenza (AI). Here's what you need to know.
Everything important to know about the bird flu, or H5N1, in Connecticut
CT DEEP, CT DoAg and CT DPH collaborated to release a fact sheet with important facts about the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, or bird flu.
Bird Flu Unlikely to Impact ND Game
The H5N1 strain of avian influenza, commonly called bird flu, has grabbed headlines as it impacts poultry and egg production across the United States. With each operation showing signs of
Is Now the Time to Really Worry About Bird Flu?
The virus is spreading with greater speed among animals, with transmission to humans increasing. But risk to the general public is still low, experts say.
More dead birds spotted in Monmouth and Ocean as towns wait on results of bird flu tests
After reports last week of dead birds in Allentown, more were spotted in Neptune and Lavallette, as officials wait for bird ...
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H5N5 avian flu detected in Canadian poultry flock, UK seals
Highly pathogenic H5N5 avian flu has been detected in a backyard poultry flock in Newfoundland and Labrador, according to ...
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Avian flu in America is a political problem and a health threat
The outbreak of avian flu, which began in turkeys in February 2022, has already led to the death of 150m birds, including 41m ...
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U.S. approves conditional use of avian influenza vaccine amid spreading outbreak
U.S. approves conditional use of avian influenza vaccine amid spreading outbreak U.S. greenlights temporary use of bird flu ...
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H9N2 avian flu sickens 2 adults in China
China has reported two more human infections involving H9N2 avian flu, and, unlike most earlier patients, the latest are adults, according to a weekly avian flu update from the Hong Kong Centre for ...
US egg farmers worry fight against bird flu is unwinnable as experts consider vaccinations: ‘I call this virus a terrorist’
Right now, we’re fighting this virus with at least one, if not two, arms tied behind our back. And the vaccine can be a huge hammer in our toolbox.” ...
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Bird flu blamed for 125-150 sandhill crane deaths in Southeast Tennessee
Avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, is taking a toll on migrating sandhill cranes and other waterfowl as the deadly ...