What Is H5N9? US Reports First Bird Flu Strain Outbreak in Poultry
The United States has reported its first outbreak of H5N9 bird flu on a duck farm in California, according to the World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH) on Monday. H5N9 is a rare subtype of the influenza A virus that can cause highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI),
H5N9 bird flu outbreak: New virus strain detected on California farm
The H5N9 strain of avian influenza is much more rare than the H5N1 which has been responsible for most of the reported human cases and the first human death.
What to know about avian flu in wild birds, poultry, and pets in Illinois
The nationwide spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza, HPAI, also known as avian or bird flu, has many in Illinois concerned about livestock,
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.
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.
Bird Flu Outbreak Costs U.S. Poultry Industry $1.4 Billion
This latest outbreak is part of a broader epizootic that has swept across the United States, affecting not only poultry but also wild birds, mammals and humans.
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.
Tougher security required for poultry indemnity payments after repeated bird flu infections
Under new rules, poultry facilities seeking indemnity payments after repeated bird flu infections must show biosecurity ...
First US case of rare H5N9 bird flu reported; Difference between H5N1 and H5N9
The United States has reported its first H5N9 bird flu outbreak in California, affecting almost 119,000 ducks. Both H5N9 and ...
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Trump administration pauses communication from CDC, other health agencies
In a statement, a CDC spokesperson said HHS issued a pause on mass communications and public appearances "not directly related to emergencies or critical to preserving health." "This is a short ...
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Study highlights risk of treating asymptomatic bacteriuria with antibiotics
In patients with catheter-associated asymptomatic bacteriuria caused by multidrug-resistant Pseudomonas, antibiotic treatment ...
West Virginia suspends all Poultry events because Bird Flu threat
The West Virginia Department of Agriculture (WVDA) is suspending all poultry exhibitions, shows, swaps, meets, and sales at ...
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HPAI bird flu confirmed in backyard flock of non-commercial birds in Windsor County
This is the fifth instance of HPAI impacting a domestic flock in Vermont since spring of 2022 and emphasizes the ongoing need for vigilance as the disease continues to be an ongoing risk to domestic ...
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Poultry exhibition, sales events suspended in W.Va.
The West Virginia Department of Agriculture (WVDA) is suspending all poultry exhibitions, shows, swaps, meets, and sales at flea markets or auction markets in response to the ...
Avian influenza found in waterfowl
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) confirmed highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) as the cause of death in waterfowl in Gibson County in December and suspects HPAI as the cause of ...