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A case of High-Path Avian Influenza (HPAI) was confirmed in a pig at a multi-animal facility, marking the first detection of the virus in swine. Although the pigs showed no clinical signs, one tested positive, leading to the euthanization of all five pigs for further analysis. This discovery coincides with Utah's Agriculture Department reporting HPAI cases in eight commercial dairies, prompting quarantines and increased biosecurity measures.
The CDC has advised state health leaders to prepare for potential human cases of bird flu after a dairy worker in Texas tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1, marking the first instance of cow-to-human transmission of the virus in the U.S. The CDC recommends testing and monitoring farm workers who have been exposed to infected animals, and emphasizes the low risk to the general public. While the virus has not shown signs of easy person-to-person spread, the CDC urges caution and preparedness, and emphasizes the effectiveness of existing flu antiviral medications against the virus.
The CDC issued a health alert after a farm worker in Texas tested positive for the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) after developing conjunctivitis. This is the second human case in the U.S., with the virus having spread to affect dairy cattle herds in multiple states. While the risk remains low, the CDC recommends precautions for those with potential exposure to infected birds or cattle.
The CDC issued a health alert after a farm worker in Texas tested positive for the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus, commonly known as bird flu, after developing conjunctivitis. This is the second confirmed human infection in the U.S., with the first case reported in Colorado. The virus has affected dairy cattle herds in multiple states, with the spread likely due to cattle movement across state lines. The risk to the public remains low, but precautions are recommended for those with potential exposure to infected birds or cattle.
Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has spread to dairy herds in multiple states, infecting over one million chickens and a human who had direct exposure to infected cattle. The virus has also impacted egg production, leading to concerns about potential price increases. The USDA assures the public that pasteurization effectively eliminates the virus from milk, and proper cooking and storage practices reduce the risk of contracting bird flu from eggs. Control orders have been issued in affected areas to restrict the movement of dairy cattle, and health authorities continue to monitor the situation closely.
Dairy cattle in Michigan have tested positive for bird flu, believed to be linked to cases in Texas, prompting efforts to prevent the disease from spreading. Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) is a contagious virus that can affect both birds and mammals, with low public health risk due to pasteurization of milk. The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) advises precautions to protect domestic birds and urges reporting of any suspected cases.
The USDA, FDA, and CDC are investigating cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in dairy cattle in several states, with confirmed detections in Texas, Kansas, and Michigan. The virus strain is similar to that introduced by wild birds and does not appear to be more transmissible to humans. Measures are being taken to monitor and contain the spread of the illness, with affected animals recovering after isolation. There is no concern about the safety of the commercial milk supply, as products are pasteurized before entering the market. The FDA recommends against the sale and consumption of raw milk from symptomatic cows and encourages heat treatment before feeding to calves. The impact on milk supply and prices is expected to be limited, and efforts are underway to minimize the impact and risk to farmers, farmworkers, consumers, and other animals.
A goat in Minnesota has tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), marking the first U.S. case of bird flu in domestic cattle, sheep, goats, or their relatives. The goat was residing on a farm with infected poultry, and the Minnesota Board of Animal Health has quarantined all other species on the premises. The risk to the public is deemed extremely low, and the USDA is investigating the transmission of the virus. While the risk of infection is limited to people in direct contact with infected animals, the Minnesota Department of Health is monitoring the health of those individuals.
The highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) strain of H5N1 has been confirmed in sub-Antarctic mammals for the first time, with two gentoo penguins found dead in the Falkland Islands. There are fears of HPAI reaching Antarctica, potentially devastating colonies of birds, penguins, and seals. Migrating birds likely carried the virus from South America to South Georgia, where infections have been confirmed in various bird and seal species. Experts warn of potential catastrophic impacts on the fragile ecosystem and large populations of seabirds and sea mammals in the region.
The Iowa Department of Agriculture has confirmed a case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in Sioux County, making it the 11th reported case in Iowa since November and the 17th case this year. The CDC states that HPAI does not pose a public health risk, and it is safe to consume poultry products. Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds has issued a disaster proclamation to provide state resources for tracking, monitoring, containment, and disinfection. Signs of HPAI in birds include increased deaths, lethargy, decreased egg production, and respiratory symptoms. If you suspect your flock may be affected, report it to the Iowa Department of Agriculture.