Calls for UK govt to allow bird flu vaccines for poultry
Several farming organisations on Friday urged the UK government to allow vaccinations for poultry against bird flu amid an outbreak of the highly contagious disease in the country. To date 27 farms have had confirmed cases of bird flu,
Bird flu now considered ‘widespread’ in Mass., officials say
Massachusetts officials announced Wednesday that bird flu is now considered to be “widespread” in the state and urged the public to avoid handling birds or other animals that are dead or appear sick.
Officials say ‘widespread’ bird flu outbreak is the largest the state has seen
Scientists say the temporary freeze on communications from federal officials creates a troubling blind spot for those tracking the virus.
Human Case Of Bird Flu Confirmed In England
A farm worker in England has tested positive for H5N1 bird in what’s thought to be the second human case in the country
Human case of bird flu confirmed in England after nationwide outbreak
The UK Health Security Agency announces first human case since May 2023 as the person in West Midlands caught avian influenza on farm after 'close and prolonged contact' with infected birds
Farmers in bird flu 'panic' call for UK vaccine plan
Paul Kelly, whose turkey business has previously been hit by bird flu, is among those calling for a vaccination scheme for poultry Poultry farmers are appealing to the government to let them vaccinate their flocks against the "devastating" bird flu virus spreading across the UK.
Bird flu is now considered 'widespread' in Massachusetts as outbreaks spread, officials warn
Bird flu is now believed to be widespread in Massachusetts and is likely present even in places where there has not been a confirmed positive, state environmental and health officials said Wednesday.
Rising bird flu cases force changes on Massachusetts farms
As the bird flu continues to spread in the U.S., Massachusetts farmers must protect their flocks. But due to the recent rise in the disease, growing and raising their own food on property is a tradition that may have to be put on hold.
Surrey MP calls for urgent funds to stop bird flu
A Surrey MP is warning that the government agency meant to help the UK withstand fresh bird flu outbreaks urgently needs "massive investment". More than a million birds have already been culled at an egg farm in the Midlands following signs of the virus in the region,
Bird flu now 'widespread' among this state’s birds
MORE: Long Island farm forced to euthanize more than 100,000 ducks after bird flu detected. There has been a history of intermittent bird flu outbreaks in Massachusetts since earl
First human bird flu case in England since May confirmed amid national animal outbreak
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has confirmed a human case of avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, in the West ...
Bird flu cases surging in UK but risk to humans remains low
Although cases of bird flu are surging among birds in the UK, the risk of the virus spreading to humans still remains ...
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Human case of avian flu detected in England
A case of influenza A (H5N1) has been confirmed in a person in the West Midlands who acquired the infection on a farm after ...
Bird flu prevention zone imposed across England
The Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) across England applies to all bird keepers, whether they have pets or a commercial ...
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Avian influenza detected in poultryworker in England
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has confirmed a case of avian influenza in a poultryworker in the West Midlands region, ...
Q&A: Wildlife disease expert discusses avian flu, risks and prevention
With the advent of cases of avian flu in southern New England, and the rise in egg prices due to limited supply as a result, ...
Bird Flu Found in North Carolina Turkey Flock as Outbreak Worsens
By India Edwards HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, Jan. 29, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- A commercial turkey flock in North Carolina ...
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All-Wales avian influenza prevention zone introduced
An avian influenza prevention zone (AIPZ) across the entirety of Wales has been introduced today as cases of the highly ...