Tag: avian influenza
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Bird Flu Surges Among Poultry as Federal Response Scales Back
Overview: A Quiet Crisis in Poultry Farms As migratory birds head south for the winter, a more troubling journey unfolds: the spread of H5N1, commonly known as bird flu, into commercial poultry operations. In the last month alone, the virus has struck 66 flocks, resulting in the deaths of more than 3.5 million turkeys, chickens…
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Bird Flu H5N1 Surge in Poultry Amid Reduced U.S. Response
Winter Migration Brings a New Surge in H5N1 As birds migrate south for the winter, veterinarians and farmers are sounding the alarm about a renewed surge of the H5N1 avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu. In the past month, authorities have confirmed outbreaks across dozens of poultry flocks, with millions of birds culled to…
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Bird Flu Surge: Poultry Losses Mount as Federal Response Tightens
Winter Migration Drives a New Wave of H5N1 Outbreaks As birds migrate south for the winter, the H5N1 strain of bird flu continues to threaten poultry nationwide. In the latest wave, authorities have detected additional outbreaks among chickens, turkeys, and ducks. The virus’s reach underscores how environmental factors and animal movements shape the risk landscape…
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BlueWillow Biologics’ Intranasal Bird Flu Vaccine Shows Promise in Nature Communications Study
BlueWillow Biologics Reports Promising Nature Communications Study BlueWillow Biologics, a leading name in intranasal vaccine technology, announced that results from a peer-reviewed Nature Communications study underscore the potential of its intranasal vaccine candidate against avian influenza. The company, known for pioneering needle-free vaccines, highlighted findings that point toward robust mucosal immunity and potential protection against…
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Housing Order Sought to Shield Poultry Flocks from Avian Flu Risk
Industry calls for decisive action as avian influenza looms The Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) Poultry Committee has intensified its push for a mandatory housing order for poultry nationwide. The appeal comes in response to confirmed Avian Influenza (AI) cases in County Tyrone and neighboring Fermanagh in recent days, underscoring the ongoing risk to commercial and…
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Housing Order Urged to Shield Poultry Flocks from Avian Flu Risk
Background: Avian Influenza Concerns Rise The Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) Poultry Committee has stepped up calls for a mandatory housing order for poultry as a precautionary measure against the ongoing Avian Influenza (AI) threat. Following confirmed AI cases in County Tyrone and nearby Fermanagh in recent days, livestock stakeholders warn that the risk to commercial…
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Housing Order Urged to Shield Poultry Flocks from Avian Flu Risks
Urgent call for a housing order as Avian Influenza threats grow The IFA Poultry Committee has renewed its call for a government housing order to shelter poultry flocks from Avian Influenza (AI) after confirmed cases emerged in County Tyrone and nearby areas in recent days. With the risk of further spread increasing, industry leaders say…
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How Wild Bird Poop Testing in Northern Australia Helps Keep Eggs on the Shelves
Introduction: A frontline biosecurity effort on the edge of Australia In the steamy dawn of a remote Northern Territory beach, Indigenous rangers and a government veterinarian begin a crucial, often overlooked task: testing fresh wild bird feces for signs of avian influenza. While the heat and humidity climb, their work forms a vital shield protecting…
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H5N1 Influenza Virus Stability in Raw Milk Cheese: What It Means for Public Health
Overview The recent spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 to dairy cattle has raised urgent questions about the safety of unpasteurized dairy products. In a focused study, researchers examined how long the H5N1 virus remains infectious in raw-milk cheeses made from milk with varying pH levels. The findings illuminate how cheese-making conditions can…
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H5N1 in Raw Milk Cheese: Stability and Transmission Risk
Overview Recent events have shown that highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has reached dairy cattle, with detectable levels of virus in milk. This raises questions about the safety of unpasteurized dairy products, especially raw-milk cheeses. A recent study evaluated how long H5N1 can remain infectious in cheeses made from raw milk, across a range of…