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health2 days ago•4 min saved

Docklands Swan Die-Off Spurs Bird Flu Alarm in London

More than 30 swans have been found dead in London’s Docklands over the past week, with officials probing a suspected outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza; the APHA warns the public not to touch dead or visibly sick birds and to wash hands, while the Canal and River Trust conducts tests and Defra/APHA monitor the situation. Public reporting of dead wild birds is encouraged, and volunteers say the losses are emotionally difficult as researchers seek more data.

via BBC|

#avian-influenza #bird-flu #health

local5 days ago•2 min saved

Mass Goose Die-Off at Lake Waynoka Triggers Bird Flu Investigation

Nearly 100 geese were found dead in a Brown County gated community near Lake Waynoka, with officials from the Brown County Health Department, EPA, ODNR, and the Ohio Department of Agriculture collecting samples and disposing of carcasses to test for highly pathogenic avian influenza; results are expected in about a week.

via WKRC|

#avian-influenza #bird-flu #brown-county-ohio

local7 days ago•4 min saved

Mass Goose Die-Off at Long Island Beach Triggers Avian Flu Investigation

Hundreds of dead or sick geese have been reported along Jamesport beaches and in nearby Peconic Bay, prompting testing for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). The DEC says more than 100 waterfowl have been affected in Nassau and Suffolk counties, with three birds collected for testing; no North Fork HPAI detections have been confirmed yet, but officials say the disease remains a risk in wild birds. Residents are advised to avoid contact with sick or dead birds, follow CDC safety protocols, and use the DEC online reporting tool to alert authorities as wildlife health officials monitor the situation.

via Patch|

#avian-influenza #geese #jamesport

science11 days ago•6 min saved

Frozen Birds, Hidden Virus: Why Saving Them Can Be Harmful

The H5N1 avian influenza has become endemic in wild waterfowl, and cold conditions help the virus persist on ice. Public rescue of apparently stranded birds can be counterproductive, as birds may be suffering from infection or stress rather than distress that rescue would fix. Officials urge distancing, reporting dead or ill birds to authorities, and avoiding feeding to prevent crowding that amplifies transmission. The situation has broader implications for poultry losses and surveillance, underscoring that rescuing a single bird can complicate public health and wildlife monitoring.

via Indian Defence Review|

#avian-influenza #bird-feeding #h5n1

health19 days ago•3 min saved

Tamil Nadu Activates Bird Flu Watch After 1,000+ Crow Deaths in Chennai

Avian influenza (H5N1) has resurfaced in Tamil Nadu after 1,000–1,500 crows died around Chennai, triggering intensified state-wide surveillance and biosecurity measures. No human infections have been reported, with authorities coordinating veterinary and public health teams, advising the public to avoid handling dead birds and to ensure poultry is thoroughly cooked. Monitoring is being expanded to poultry farms, hatcheries, live-bird markets, and wetlands to prevent spillover to poultry and people, amid concerns tied to migratory birds and cross-border poultry trade with Kerala.

via Down To Earth|

#avian-influenza #crows #h5n1

colorado-news26 days ago•11 min saved

Colorado declares Weld County avian flu disaster to speed response

Colorado Lt. Gov. Dianne Primavera verbally declared Weld County a disaster over a highly pathogenic avian influenza outbreak, enabling state agencies to coordinate mitigation, response and recovery efforts; avian flu is severe with high mortality and can affect people, per the USDA, and Primavera is acting governor while Gov. Polis is in Washington, D.C.

via The Denver Post|

#avian-influenza #colorado-news #disaster-declaration

health29 days ago•24 min saved

Washington Grant County Cat Dies From Bird Flu, Prompting Pet-Safety Warnings

A Grant County outdoor pet cat tested positive for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) after exposure to a wild bird and has died. WSDA warns migratory birds can concentrate and spread the virus to pets and poultry, urging owners to keep pets indoors or in covered areas, practice good hygiene, and avoid feeding pets raw or uncooked meat. No human infections have been reported in this case. Since 2022, 149 domestic cats in the U.S. have tested positive for bird flu, with Washington cases sometimes linked to raw pet food.

via komonews.com|

#avian-influenza #bird-flu #grant-county

local1 month ago•3 min saved

Huntington checks dead geese near Heckscher Park for bird flu

About six dead Canada geese near Huntington's Heckscher Park are being tested for avian influenza, with lab results possibly taking up to a month. Officials say human risk is low but residents should avoid contact with sick or dead birds, wear gloves and masks if handling them, and report findings to animal control or the DEC.

via Newsday|

#avian-influenza #geese #heckscher-park

health2 months ago•6 min saved

Scientists warn bird flu could trigger a human pandemic by 2026

Scientists warn that the highly pathogenic bird flu strain H5N1 has spread globally, infecting wild birds, poultry, mammals, and even dairy cattle in the US, raising concerns about potential human transmission and a future pandemic, with experts calling for increased surveillance, vaccination, and global cooperation.

via BBC Science Focus Magazine|

#avian-influenza #bird-flu #h5n1

health2 months ago•4 min saved

Second Avian Influenza Case in Canada Causes Dog's Death in Alberta

A dog in Alberta died after exposure to highly pathogenic avian influenza, marking the second confirmed case in Canada, likely contracted from a snow goose, highlighting risks of wildlife transmission and the importance of pet safety during migration seasons.

via CBC|

#alberta #avian-influenza #dog

world2 months ago•0 min saved

Bird Flu Suspected in Snow Geese Deaths at Pennsylvania Quarry

Hundreds of snow geese have died at a Northampton County quarry, with avian influenza suspected as the cause. Authorities are testing the birds and urging the public to report sick or dead wild birds.

via 6abc Philadelphia|

#avian-flu #avian-influenza #bird-deaths

health2 months ago•2 min saved

Bird Flu Suspected in Mass Snow Goose Deaths in Pennsylvania

Hundreds of snow geese found dead at a Northampton County quarry are suspected to have died from bird flu, with authorities testing and removing the carcasses. The outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has affected waterfowl across the U.S., with the public advised to report sick or dead birds and take precautions to prevent spread. The CDC considers the human health risk low, but recommends safety measures for hunters and pet owners.

via The Morning Call|

#avian-influenza #bird-flu #health

health2 months ago•4 min saved

Rising Bird Flu Threat: Rapid Mutations and Pandemic Risks

The bird flu has caused the death of nearly 9 million birds worldwide and affected multiple animal species, but the risk to humans remains low. The outbreak, driven mainly by the H5N1 subtype, has led to extensive culling and concerns about biodiversity and animal health, with experts emphasizing the importance of biosecurity and international cooperation to control the spread and prevent potential mutations that could threaten human health.

via dw.com|

#animal-health #avian-influenza #bird-flu

health3 months ago•4 min saved

Bird Flu Resurges Amid Reduced Oversight and Major Outbreaks

Bird flu cases are increasing across the US, with 67 flocks affected and over 3.7 million birds dead, but monitoring efforts are hampered by federal staffing cuts and policy changes, raising concerns about undetected spillover to humans despite the current low risk to the general public.

via HuffPost|

#avian-influenza #bird-flu #h5n1

health3 months ago•3 min saved

Canadian Court Approves Ostrich Cull Despite Legal and Public Opposition

Canada's Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal to save a British Columbia ostrich flock infected with avian influenza, leading to the government's decision to cull the 330 birds, despite efforts by farm supporters and notable figures like RFK Jr. The culling is part of standard disease control measures, and the farm's research claims remain unsubstantiated according to authorities.

via CNN|

#avian-influenza #canada #culling