Avian Influenza Bird Flu

Bird Flu Warning Over New Virus Risk

Bird flu could merge with seasonal flu to make mutated virus that could spread among humans, CDC warns

For example, if a human gets infected with a bird flu and also carries a human influenza A virus, these two viruses can exchange genetic material. This is known as genetic shif

NBC News on MSN · 1h

In severe bird flu cases, the virus can mutate as it lingers in the body

A 13-year-old girl in British Columbia who was hospitalized with bird flu for several weeks late last year harbored a mutated version of the virus, according to a report published this week in the New England Journal of Medicine.

Newsweek on MSN · 14h

Bird Flu Warning Over New Virus Risk: 'Significant Public Health Concern'

Public health officials have warned that new mutations of bird flu with human flu could have dangerous consequences.

Presumptive bird flu case detected on Delaware poultry farm

Yahoo · 1h

Bird flu FAQ: Everything you need to know about the H5N1 outbreak that’s spread to dairy cows in 9 states

Though H5N1 has been circulating nationwide in wild birds, domestic poultry, and mammals since 2022, you may have only been hearing about it recently because of its jump to dairy cattle. The first positive case was documented in Texas on March 25, 2024.

East Bay Times · 4h

Here’s what to know about bird flu as farms fight outbreaks in California

Gov. Newsom declared a state of emergency as the virus continues to infect dairy herds across the country — including more than 600 in California.

CBS Philadelphia on MSN · 6h

Presumptive bird flu case detected on Delaware poultry farm after potential outbreak reported in wild birds

Delaware is reporting its first case of bird flu on a poultry farm, following dozens of presumed positive cases in wild birds.

Biden ramps up bird flu spending

The New York Times · 23h

Eyeing Potential Bird Flu Outbreak, Biden Administration Ramps Up Preparedness

The administration is committing an additional $306 million toward battling the virus, and will distribute the money before President-elect Donald J. Trump takes office.

Yahoo · 6h

Biden ramps up bird flu spending as scientists fret about H5N1 response. Here’s what to know

While cases of bird flu in humans have steadily climbed since last fall, health officials maintain the risk to humans is low

Becker's Hospital Review · 8h

Biden commits $306M to bolster bird flu response

The Biden administration is committing $306 million to strengthen the nation's response to the H5N1 avian influenza, according to a Jan. 3 HHS news release shared with Becker's. The commitment aims to monitor and prepare for potential public health risks associated with the virus.

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Boston researcher and physician says we’re at ‘DEFCON 3’ for bird flu. Here’s what that means.

Public health experts are urging vigilance amid recent reports of severe bird flu cases in two North American patients.

MLive - GrandRapids/Muskegon/Kalamazoo on MSN5h

Deadly bird flu infects 6th farm in Michigan’s top county for turkey production

In Michigan, it’s been detected at 14 commercial farms and 27 backyard flocks, affecting more than 7 million birds. Most of ...

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Egg Prices Soaring at Your Grocery Store? It’s Because of Bird Flu

Amid the ongoing outbreak of bird flu, which has affected millions of egg-laying hens, prices for eggs have skyrocketed ...

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H5N1 Bird Flu (Avian Influenza)

Bird flu, also called avian influenza, is a viral infection that can cause flu in birds and sometimes spread to mammals, including humans. Migrating waterfowl (wild ducks, geese, and ...

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Mild avian flu cases in US spark safety warnings for poultry and dairy sectors

Researchers identify 46 mild cases of avian influenza A(H5N1) in U.S. poultry and dairy workers, highlighting low PPE ...

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San Antonio doctor explains raw milk’s effect on bird flu cases among humans

Although bird flu has been around for a while, University Health Chief Medical Officer Dr. Bryan Alsip said its dangers are ...

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Bird flu suspected in several Ohio counties

Reports of dead birds came from Warren, Montgomery, Auglaize, Erie, Huron, Logan, Mercer, Richland, Sandusky and Stark ...

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Experts warn against raw pet food after cat dies of bird flu infection

Experts and some public officials are warning against raw pet foods after a cat in Oregon was found to have died from a ...

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