New Bird Flu Strain Detected in U.S.

New strain of bird flu found in California: Current status in maps
The newly reported H5N9 strain was found Monday at a duck farm in Merced County, California, according to the World Organization for Animal Health. The Paris-based organization that studies animal diseases said it's the first verified U.S. case of H5N9 in poultry. The organization said the more common strain H5N1 was also found.
How are H5N9 and H5N1 different? What to know after California bird flu outbreak
A California duck farm made headlines this week after the World Organization of Animal Health published a report by U.S. authorities that a strain of bird flu that scientists call H5N9 had been found among sick birds in the flock.
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.
Has the bird flu spread across the US? See map as virus continues to wreak havoc
One person infected with the bird flu died in Louisiana on Jan. 6. The patient was over 65 and became ill after contact with a combination of a backyard flock and wild birds, the Louisiana Department of Public Health said.
Deadly bird flu strain threatens US food supply
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Lithuania reports outbreak of H5N1 bird flu on laying hen farm, WOAH says
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DNR: Bird flu suspected in death of geese at Williamston pond
The H5N1 virus, commonly known as bird flu, has been detected in both wild birds and domestic poultry flocks in Michigan.
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Crescent ducks euthanized after bird flu outbreak at Aquebogue farm; many eggs saved
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New York expands efforts to prevent avian flu spread
Governor Kathy Hochul announced ongoing state measures to prevent the spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) ...
H5N9 Bird Flu Outbreak: What Are the Symptoms To Look Out For?
The first U.S. H5N9 outbreak has raised concerns as scientists warn of evolving bird flu risks—here's what you need to know about the symptoms.
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Are eggs and poultry products in Georgia safe to eat amid the spread of bird flu?
Here’s what consumers needs to know about buying eggs and poultry as the bird flu spreads. Plus, see what Georgia’s ...