A global outbreak of avian flu is reaching Arizona, though officials believe the public health risk remains low. According to the Centers for Disease Control, H5 bird flu has spread in wild birds ...

Avian flu or bird flu was detected in wastewater in Phoenix, Surprise and Tempe, the Maricopa County Department of Public Health confirmed on Monday. All three of the cities conduct wastewater ...

PHOENIX — Bird flu cases continue to pop up in metro Phoenix, this time in geese at a Scottsdale park. Arizona Game and Fish Department officials (AZGFD) tested multiple domestic and Canadian geese ...

PHOENIX — Health officials on Friday reported the first Arizona cases of bird flu in humans, stemming from a poultry outbreak at a Pinal County farm last month. The Arizona Department of Health ...

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Two cases of human avian influenza, also known as "bird flu," have been reported in Arizona. State health officials say the two cases involved workers at a Pinal County commercial facility. PHOENIX - ...

"With a little preparation and the right blend of food, water and shelter, you can fill your back yard with the bright colors and welcome song of birds all season - and give your feathered friends the ...

It might be Valentine’s Day – but this weekend is for more than just love birds. The Great Backyard Bird Count is back. Between Feb. 14 and 17, the event invites nature enthusiasts around the world to ...