Officials: Bird flu spreading in state, but cases still low in Central Mass.
The number of bird flu cases in Central Massachusetts is relatively low, compared to a swath of the state that runs from Greater Boston to Southeastern Massachusetts. That message was delivered Wednesday during a virtual update from state health officials on the highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 virus.
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. It added that some parts of the riverside path had been closed to help reduce the spread.
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,
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.
Rare bird flu strain found in California raises potential of wider spread
First U.S. detection of virulent H5N9 strain, at a California duck farm, draws scrutiny as evidence of genetic reassortment that could trigger human outbreaks.
Bird flu now considered ‘widespread’ in Mass., officials say
State officials are working with partners to test suspected cases and collaborating with municipalities to safely dispose of dead birds." The post Bird flu now considered ‘widespread’ in Mass., officials say appeared first on Boston.
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.
Bird flu now 'widespread' among this state's birds
MORE: Long Island farm forced to euthanize more than 100,000 ducks after bird flu detected. There has been a history of intermittent bird flu outbreaks in Massachusetts since earl
Bald eagle siblings killed by bird flu within days of each other in Florida, tests show
The back-to-back deaths of two beloved bald eagle siblings stunned the thousands of people who tuned into the livestream of their nest in Florida. Now, biologists have shared they both died from bird ...
Bird Flu Basics From a Rutgers Health Infectious Disease Expert
David J. Cennimo, an associate professor of medicine and pediatrics in the Division of Infectious Diseases at Rutgers New ...
Experts warn about the new H5N9 bird flu affecting California: How is it different from H5N1?
The first outbreak of H5N9 bird flu in poultry has been reported in California on a duck farm leading to the culling of ...
Bird flu symptoms: signs of avian influenza to look out for as human case found in UK
The human case in the West Midlands was detected after the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) identified an outbreak of ...
With a recent confirmation of bird flu in CT, should people worry? Here’s what you need to know.
Bird flu has been making the rounds in the United States over the last year and appears to be resurging again. Here’s what ...
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NHS shares key signs of bird flu as first human case in years found in UK
The NHS has issued a warning that symptoms of bird flu can appear "very quickly" and may lead to "severe" complications, as ...
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CROW reveals bird flu as cause of death for eaglets E24 and E25
The Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife revealed the cause of death for eaglets E24 and E25 was due to HPAI, also known as bird flu.
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Beloved North Ft Myers American Bald Eagles lose both offspring to bird flu
Two eaglets in Lee County died from bird flu, officials confirm Thursday. Here's what we know about what happened.
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Avian Influenza Precautions Issued by Multiple Agencies
State agencies are issuing avian influenza (HPAI) precautions after detection of the virus in locations they manage. Although ...
Bird flu cases surging in UK but risk to humans remains low
Although cases of bird flu are surging among birds in the UK, the risk of the virus spreading to humans still remains extremely low. A bit of context about influenza explains why health protection ...
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University of Florida researcher warns backyard chicken owners of Bird Flu symptoms
A UF IFAS researcher is warning residents about what signs to look out for in their backyard flock as Bird Flu cases rise in ...