What Is H5N9? US Reports First Bird Flu Strain Outbreak in Poultry
H5N9 is a rare subtype of the influenza A virus that can cause highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), also known as bird flu. It's a reassortment strain that originated from the H5N1, H7N9, and H9N2 subtypes.
Dead swans found in suspected bird flu outbreak
Six dead swans have been found in Worcester in a case of suspected bird flu. Worcester City Council said on Tuesday evening the birds had been found along a stretch of the River Severn between the cathedral and the railway viaduct.
Bird Flu Found in North Carolina Turkey Flock as Outbreak Worsens
By India Edwards HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, Jan. 29, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- A commercial turkey flock in North Carolina has tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), also known as bird flu,
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.
New strain of bird flu found in California: Current status in maps
A new bird flu (highly pathogenic avian influenza) outbreak has been discovered in California. The newly reported H5N9 strain was found Monday at a duck farm in Merced County, California, according to the World Organization for Animal Health.
How are H5N9 and H5N1 different? What to know after California bird flu outbreak
What is H5N9 and how is it different from H5N1? Scientists classify bird flu viruses by which kind of two key proteins are inside of them: the hemagglutinin, like H5 or H3, and th
Officials say ‘widespread’ bird flu outbreak is the largest the state has seen
Scientists say the temporary freeze on communications from federal officials creates a troubling blind spot for those tracking the virus.
Lithuania reports outbreak of H5N1 bird flu on laying hen farm, WOAH says
Lithuania has reported an outbreak of highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza, commonly called bird flu, on a laying hen farm in the western part of the country, the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) said on Wednesday.
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 ...
The 7 signs of ‘little-known virus’ on the rise in the UK – and 6 of the best ways to protect yourself
CASES of a virus that led to concerns in China of another Covid-like pandemic have risen in England, according to official figures. The UK has seen an assortment of winter illnesses surge this ...
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As bird flu spreads across Delmarva, here's how you can keep yourself safe and more
As bird flu continues to spread across the U.S. and Eastern Shore of Maryland, here's a look at how you can keep yourself and/or your flocks safe.
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Bird flu driving up egg prices as Easter approaches
Bird flu is forcing farmers to slaughter millions of chickens a month, pushing United States egg prices to more than double ...
State officials: Bird flu ‘widespread’ in Mass., but human risk remains low
The leading message coming from Bay State officials this week was that people and pets should stay away from sick or dead ...
What to know about bird flu in Connecticut amid poultry deaths, egg shortages
Bird flu has sickened several dozen people around the U.S. and left one person dead while egg price hikes and shortages have ...
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2.8 million chickens threatened in southern Indiana amid bird flu outbreak at Seymour farm
Avian influenza, also known as the bird flu, is caused by influenza viruses that spread between birds. According to the ...
Bird flu outbreak hits Crescent Duck Farm in Aquebogue; 99,000 birds being euthanized
Established in 1908, the Aquebogue site is the last commercial duck farm on Long Island, once world-renowned for its ducks.
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Signs around town are showing up on restaurants due to the ‘soaring’ cost of eggs
Mike Giles, president of the Georgia Poultry Federation, says the outbreak has impacted supply and demand and the industry ...