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Jun 14 2026HEALTH

Flu Scare at Rhode Island Bird Market Leaves Hundreds of Birds Euthanized

A quiet bird market in Providence recently faced a serious health scare. Routine tests picked up signs of avian flu in a group of birds that showed no symptoms. The Rhode Island Department of Health acted fast, ordering the euthanization of 445 birds at Antonelli Poultry. The choice wasn’t made ligh

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Feb 07 2025ENVIRONMENT

New York City's Live Bird Markets Temporarily Close Due To Bird Flu

A serious health risk has led to the temporary shutdown of bird markets across New York City. This mandatory shutdown, spanning a week, was prompted by the identification of seven bird flu cases. A similar situation has unfolded across the United States, where millions of birds have been culled. Thi

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