Earlier this month, a dairy worker in Texas tested positive for bird flu, aka avian influenza, amid an outbreak of the virus among dairy cattle. It's the first time this virulent strain of bird flu — referred to as highly pathogenic H5N1 — has been detected in cows and the first documented cow-to-human transmission of an avian influenza virus, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It's also only the second case of bird flu in a human in the United States. Is bird flu...
As the virus continues its spread to new species, the World Health Organization fears it is moving closer to people
Prices of eggs have continued to rise over the last couple of months.
We’re here to answer all of your questions about the current bird flu outbreak, including if eggs, chicken or dairy products are safe to eat.
Concerns about avian influenza cases among dairy cows in Texas have been “a little bit overhyped” as its spread can be contained, according to the state’s top agriculture official.
Retail egg prices rose between 7.2% and 9.2% from the 2022 outbreak, according to a University of Arkansas paper.
WESLACO, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Centers for Disease Control recently issued a health alert due to a dairy worker contracting bird flu in Texas. Experts say to be cautious but are reassured dairy and poultry should remain safe. This strain of bird flu is known as HN51 and originated from wild birds after genetically sequencing []
The rapid spread of bird flu has some states warning against preparing eggs in any style where the yolks are runny. Should Canadians be concerned about what they eat?
Avian flu is caused by influenza viruses that spread among wild aquatic birds and can infect domestic poultry and other animal species.
BALTIMORE -- The Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) is limiting the movement of dairy cattle into local farms after an outbreak of Avian Flu (H5N1), also known as bird flu, in seven states. By limiting cattle import and adding additional testing, the state is hoping to keep local cattle healthy.The illness can slow down milk production and could cost local farmers who are trying to make a profit."They won't be able to sell their milk they won't have as much milk to sell, so that's the main...
SALINA (KSNT) - Kansas state wildlife commissioners are due to meet in Salina later this month to discuss the latest issues with fish and game species. The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) announced in a press release that commissioners will hold a hybrid meeting in central Kansas. This is free and open for []
H5N1, commonly known as bird flu, has recently made an alarming leap onto US dairy farms, concerning public health officials and consumers.