Avian influenza: How it's spreading and what to know about this outbreak
When it comes to avian influenza, more commonly known as bird flu, all birds are not created equal.
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Wisconsin fox kits test positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources confirmed in a news release on May 13 that several fox kits were infected with the currently circulating H5N1 strain of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI).
Ecology
May 16, 2022
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Thwarting cellular enzyme can fight viral infections
FMI researchers have identified a synthetic protein that dampens the activity of a cellular pathway involved in viral infection. The findings could help to develop drugs that combat viruses such as influenza A and Zika.
Cell & Microbiology
May 11, 2022
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Canadian poultry farmers fearful of avian flu strain
Canadian poultry farmers are facing fear and stress as a highly pathogenic strain of H5N1 avian influenza is currently circulating in both wild and domestic flocks across North America.
Veterinary medicine
May 7, 2022
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Bird flu takes unheard-of toll on bald eagles, other birds
Bird flu is killing an alarming number of bald eagles and other wild birds, with many sick birds arriving at rehabilitation centers unsteady on their talons and unable to fly.
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May 5, 2022
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Officials say bird flu found at 3rd Indiana duck farm
Avian influenza has been detected in a third northern Indiana duck farm, state officials said Monday.
Veterinary medicine
Apr 19, 2022
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USDA identifies new bird flu cases in Pennsylvania, Utah
New cases of bird flu have been detected in a commercial chicken flock in Pennsylvania and a backyard flock in Utah, the U.S. Department of Agriculture said Saturday, in what is one of the worst outbreaks in the country's ...
Veterinary medicine
Apr 18, 2022
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Highly pathogenic avian influenza confirmed in three Georgia bald eagles
Highly pathogenic avian influenza was confirmed in three bald eagles in Georgia Thursday. This is the first time the virus has been confirmed in the species in the state.
Ecology
Apr 15, 2022
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2 bird flu cases confirmed in US zoos as virus spreads
Two cases of bird flu have been confirmed in U.S. zoos, but officials said they won't order widespread euthanasia of zoo birds the way they have on farms.
Veterinary medicine
Apr 14, 2022
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State officials: Bird flu found at 2nd Indiana duck farm
Avian influenza has been detected in a second northern Indiana duck farm, state officials said Tuesday.
Veterinary medicine
Apr 13, 2022
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