Tag: wildlife disease surveillance
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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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Global Health Updates: Japan Sees Early Flu Activity, CEPI-SII Partner on H5N1 Vaccine, and New CWD Watch in Wyoming
Japan Reports Early Flu Activity and School Closures In a developing sign of the flu season, Japan has observed early influenza activity prompting temporary closures of some schools as a precaution. Health officials say the situation is being monitored closely, with emphasis on protecting children who are most vulnerable to flu complications. Local health authorities…