Expert concerned U.S. not prepared for bird flu spread in humans
When it comes to the potential of H5N1 avian flu, otherwise known as bird flu, picking up mutations that may lead to human-to-human spread, that "train has already left the station," warns one infectious disease expert.
Your questions about bird flu answered by experts
H5N1 isn’t going away anytime soon and could become a pandemic. Here are some tips to help you understand your risk
As bird flu spreads, what is the risk from eggs and milk?
As bird flu spreads in the United States, are there are any risks of the virus from drinking milk or eating eggs? Here's what you need to know, according to experts.
Should we be worried about bird flu, the 'unpredictable shape-shifter'?
Bird flu has decimated poultry flocks and infected cattle herds. The risk to humans is currently low, but that could easily change as influenza can rapidly change.
Drugmakers prep for bird flu outbreak, despite continued low risk
While the virus hasn’t made a sustained leap into humans, vaccines and treatments are being developed ahead of an outbreak.
Is it too late to get the flu shot? Should I be worried about bird flu? Here's what you need to know this flu season ...
Dr. James Lederer, chief medical officer for Berkshire Health Systems, says we’re seeing the beginning, not the end, of an especially significant flu season.
Bird flu has caused growing problems for the last year. Here's what we know so far.
Bird flu appeared in a Texas dairy farm in March 2024. Havoc has followed on farms and in grocery stores and concerns mount for human health.
How Worried Should You Be About Bird Flu? Here’s What to Know.
Are people at risk for bird flu? How can I protect myself? Bird flu’s risk for the general public is still low, with no signs of p
As bird flu spreads, so do fears of a ‘nightmare scenario’
Bird flu hits Nevada as its effects remain visible at grocery stores. Susanne Rust hated to say it, but she did: “I think the H5N1 bird flu outbreak is going to continue to pest
Local health experts break down what you need to know about the Bird Flu
Over the past few weeks, grocery shoppers have seen the price of eggs continue to skyrocket. That's because of a shortage due to a type of viral infection called the Bird Flu. It's not only affecting consumers but also human health and one of Georgia’s biggest industries.
Fact Check: No evidence FDA official arrested for having bird flu samples in his fridge
There is no evidence that a senior Food and Drug Administration (FDA) worker was arrested after samples of the H5N1 bird flu virus were found in his fridge. The narrative stems from a website whose ...
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Bird flu confirmed in 3 Georgia flocks. What is the danger? Here's what to know
The best way to avoid bird flu infections is to keep a safe distance from potentially infected animals or the surfaces ...
Is It Safe to Eat Eggs During a Bird Flu Outbreak? Here’s What to Know
Experts say it is safe to eat fully cooked eggs to prevent the H5N1 virus or foodborne illnesses like salmonella. Here’s what ...
Trump taps new head of pandemic office as bird flu threat grows
President Trump has selected Gerald Parker, a veterinarian and former top-ranking federal health official, to head the White ...
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How To Protect Yourself and Your Pets From Bird Flu
Experts share tips on where to find reliable bird flu updates amid the communication freeze for federal health agencies.
Bird flu has made eggs more expensive — does it also make them unsafe to eat?
Generally, yes. The U.S. Department of Agriculture also reports that the chances of eggs or poultry infected by the bird flu ...