Avian Flu Cases Rise in Midwest: Authorities on Alert
A backyard flock in Douglas County, Kansas, was humanely depopulated after testing positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). The Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health department, in collaboration with state health and agriculture departments, is monitoring individuals exposed to the flock. The risk to the general public is considered low, but precautions are advised for those in contact with birds. This marks the 33rd case in Kansas this year.