Bird flu, specifically the H5N1 strain, is becoming a permanent fixture in our world. This virus is evolving rapidly and finding new ways to infect mammals, including humans. It's spreading widely among both domestic and wild animals, and the exact paths it takes to do so remain unclear. While the r
Bird flu has been a significant issue for poultry and dairy farms across the United States since it first appeared in North America in late 2021. This outbreak has led to a sharp increase in egg prices. But how has it affected wild birds? More than 170 different species of North American wild birds,
Imagine a typical day turning into a nightmare. That's what happened to a family in Ohio when their 4-year-old daughter, Locklynn, caught the flu. The flu is usually seen as a minor illness, but for some, it can lead to severe complications. Locklynn's story is a stark reminder of the flu's potent
Egg prices have skyrocketed to unprecedented levels, leaving many consumers scratching their heads. The culprit? Bird flu, according to the egg industry. More than 166 million birds have been culled to stop the virus from spreading. This has led to a significant drop in the number of egg-laying hens
Bird flu is causing trouble in unexpected places. A new strain of H5N1 has made its way into dairy cows in Nevada and Arizona. This is a big deal because it means the virus is spreading in ways scientists didn't expect. Now, experts are scratching their heads, trying to figure out how this happened
The US is currently facing a significant flu outbreak. This season has seen between 29 and 51 million people infected and up to 820, 000 hospitalizations since October. Experts are pointing fingers at post-COVID vaccine fatigue and misinformation for this surge. The flu virus, specifically influenza
In the heart of southeast Wyoming, an elderly woman is currently battling bird flu, also known as Type A H5N1 influenza. This marks the first time a human case has been confirmed in the state. The woman, who resides in Platte County, is believed to have caught the virus from an infected flock of bir
A dairy worker in Nevada might have caught a new version of bird flu. This strain, called D1. 1, has been making people sick and has even caused one death. The worker had pink eye, a common symptom of H5N1 bird flu. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is still checking to c
New York state has made a bold move to protect its residents from bird flu. The state temporarily halted live bird markets in several counties after detecting seven cases of bird flu in poultry. This decision came after routine inspections revealed the virus in markets across Queens, Brookl
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
