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New bird flu strain detected on poultry farm

New bird flu strain detected on poultry farm as experts monitor mutations

A new strain of bird flu has been detected on a duck farm in California. The World Organisation for Animal Health reported the outbreak of the new strain, H5N9, earlier this week.

BBC · 1d

Farmers in bird flu 'panic' call for UK vaccine plan

Paul Kelly, whose turkey business has previously been hit by bird flu, is among those calling for a vaccination scheme for poultry Poultry farmers are appealing to the government to let them vaccinate their flocks against the "devastating" bird flu virus spreading across the UK.

WAVY-TV · 16h

Hunt Club Farm in VB confirms bird flu cases

Hunt Club Farm, a popular attraction in Virginia Beach, announced Friday afternoon that it will be closed all weekend because of several confirmed bird flu cases.

Schools across Arkansas, Oklahoma affected by flu cases

HuffPost on MSN · 16h

Whole School Districts Are Closing Because Of The Flu — Here's What Parents Need To Know

The Godley Independent School District in Godley, Texas, reported that its attendance was down to between 70% and 80% districtwide. A representative told a local news outlet that there were 650 students out due to flu alone Tuesday, with more leaving throughout the day. A number of staff members, too, were sick.

The Oklahoman on MSN · 1d

Oklahoma City, Edmond, Norman schools closed Friday amid flu outbreaks

More Oklahoma school districts are closing their doors Friday in an attempt to stop the spread of the flu. Oklahoma City Public Schools, Edmond Public Schools and Norman Public Schools announced Thursday they would close campuses Friday as the districts work to clean and disinfect school buildings.

KFSM Fort Smith on MSN · 14h

Schools across Arkansas, Oklahoma affected by flu cases as absentee rates increase

Roland, Cameron, Wister, and Maryetta districts in Oklahoma announced they’d hold virtual learning days on Friday, while others warned of increasing illness.

Bird Flu Studies Delayed

CNN · 1d

Trump administration’s halt of CDC’s weekly scientific report stalls bird flu studies

The Trump administration has intervened in the release of important studies on the bird flu, as an outbreak escalates across the United States.

UPI News on MSN · 23h

Bird flu studies delayed as White House suspends CDC reports

As a bird flu outbreak escalates across the United States., the Trump administration has paused the release of key public health studies, stalling research.

WRIC Richmond on MSN · 13h

Doctor explains what Trump’s pause on CDC communication could mean amid bird flu outbreaks

As cases of bird flu continue to surge across the U.S., Americans are largely feeling the symptoms in their pocketbooks rather than their bodies. Chickens, cattle and pricetags are the bird flu's primary victims -- and a new mutation of the virus is now circulating.

Beardsley Zoo, ct and avian flu

StamfordAdvocate · 1d

12 birds euthanized after bird flu detected at CT's Beardsley Zoo, other animals now quarantined

Officials from the Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport announced Thursday that it had euthanized 12 birds in its collection after an infection of bird flu was detected.

Yahoo · 1d

Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo closes exhibits amid confirmed case of bird flu

Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo has closed down exhibits and euthanized birds after a cotton patch goose died of avian flu. The zoo learned of the case of highly pathogenic avian flu (HPAI) on Tuesday after test results came back on the goose,

Hartford Courant · 1d

CT zoo closing aviary areas after deceased goose is found to have bird flu

The zoo has closed its farmyard and outdoor aviary after a deceased Cotton Patch goose was found to have bird flu.

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Can you get bird flu from eating eggs? What you need to know about staying safe

Being mindful of where your food comes from and how it’s prepared will go a long way toward keeping you, your loved ones, and ...

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No cases of avian flu in Marion County, but there is cause for alarm

Feb. 1—FAIRMONT — While avian flu hasn't been reported in Marion County, it's never a bad idea to take preventive measures. The West Virginia Department of Agriculture suspended all poultry ...

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Bird Flu Update as Antibody Therapy May Prevent Severe Illness

"This type of prevention can be very useful in controlling infection outbreaks and containing the bird flu pandemic," said an ...

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Bird flu is now considered 'widespread' in Massachusetts as outbreaks spread, officials warn

Bird flu is now believed to be widespread in Massachusetts and is likely present even in places where there has not been a ...

Can you get bird flu from eating eggs or chicken? How avian flu spreads

The risk of bird flu to humans is low, but eating undercooked eggs or chicken could increase your chances of exposure to ...

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How does bird flu spread? Answering questions as more cases are confirmed in NY

Thousands of bird flu cases have been detected in New York flocks, including at Kashong Point, where 50 dead snow geese tested positive. Officials warn the public to avoid contact with bird waste and ...