Influenza

**Avian Influenza Ravages Wildlife: Hundreds of Millions of Animals Dead Across 48 States**

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San Francisco, CA – A deadly strain of bird flu has been making its way through the United States, impacting a variety of mammal species aside from just birds. Since its arrival in early 2022, the virus has spread to nearly two dozen mammal species, including a polar bear in Alaska, a mountain lion in Colorado, and raccoons and foxes. It is believed that many of these animals were infected through the consumption of dead …

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Flu Breakthrough: Florida Scientists Discover Avian Influenza in Dolphin- A Game Changer!

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GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Researchers in Florida have made a groundbreaking discovery, signaling a potential new threat from highly pathogenic avian influenza. The scientists have identified the first documented case of H5N1 bird flu in a common bottlenose dolphin, marking a significant development in understanding the transmission of these flu strains among different species. The finding, published in the journal Nature Communications Biology, stems from an incident dating back to March 29, 2022, when researchers from …

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Avian Influenza Outbreak Strikes Hampton Roads: Birds Dying at Rapid Rates in Virginia-Wildlife Department Issues Warning

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PORTSMOUTH, Va. – Reports indicate a concerning trend of birds falling ill and perishing at increasing rates in the eastern region of Virginia, encompassing Hampton Roads. The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources has identified the likely culprit as the highly pathogenic avian influenza strain H5N1, based on initial testing results. Instances of infected birds have been documented in Hampton Roads, the Northern Neck, and the Middle Peninsula. The situation has been particularly dire in Hampton …

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Bird Flu Alert: Texas Worker Tests Positive for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza – CDC Issues Urgent Alert!

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Texas, USA – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a health alert regarding a confirmed case of human infection with bird flu on a commercial dairy farm in Texas. The infected farm worker developed conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye, on March 27, and subsequent testing revealed a positive result for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), according to the CDC. This incident marks the first reported case of HPAI spreading from cows to …

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Avian Influenza Alert: Texas Dairy Farm Worker Infected – CDC Recommends These Precautions!

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Washington, D.C. – The recent identification of a case of avian influenza in a farm worker from Texas has raised concerns among public health officials and veterinarians. This marks the second confirmed case of the H5N1 strain, commonly known as bird flu, in a person in the United States. The individual reportedly had contact with dairy cows presumed to be infected with the virus, highlighting the potential for cross-species transmission. Health authorities are urging caution …

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**Bird Flu Alert**: Goat in Minnesota Tests Positive for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza – First U.S. Case – Details Here!

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A juvenile goat in Stevens County, Minnesota has tested positive for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), commonly known as bird flu, making it the first case of bird flu in domestic cattle, sheep, goats, or their relatives in the United States. The goat was residing on a farm that already had bird flu infected poultry, which led to the Minnesota Board of Animal Health announcing the positive result. Following the discovery, the board quarantined all …

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Avian Influenza Outbreak at Lake Eola Park Sparks Citywide Concern and Investigation

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Orlando, Florida – Orlando officials have identified cases of Avian Influenza in swans at Lake Eola Park, raising concerns among residents and visitors. In response to the discovery of multiple deceased birds in recent weeks, the city swiftly consulted local veterinarian experts, leading to the confirmation of bird flu in two deceased swans. Following this development, two more dead birds were found over the weekend, prompting an investigation by the Orlando Police Department to address …

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