Focus
bird flu
Bird Flu ‘Not a Food Safety Concern’: Food Safety Regulator
There is no evidence showing the virus can be transmitted via properly cooked chicken and eggs, according to Food Standards Australia New Zealand.
Former CDC Director Predicts Bird Flu Virus Will Cause Next Pandemic
‘It’s not a question of if, it’s more a question of when we will have a bird flu pandemic,’ Dr. Robert Redfield said.
Bird Flu a Reminder to Put up Safeguards Against ‘Threat of a Future Pandemic’: Professor
‘It is not a matter of ’if‘ but ’when‘ the next pandemic occurs,’ the New Zealand COVID-19 Royal Commission inquiry chair said.
One Million Egg-Laying Hens to Be Euthanised in Bid to Control Bird Flu
The minister says Australians should not be concerned with the possibility of egg shortages.
Human Case of Bird Flu in Australia Was Sent to the WHO for Detection
Influenza A samples were sent to the WHO for ‘further characterisation’ as part of a batch.
Bird Flu Confirmed in Wyoming Cattle Herd, 12th State to Record Infections
The Wyoming discovery follows reports of bird flu infections in Iowa and Minnesota dairy cows.
Bird Flu (H7N3) Detected at Fourth Victorian Farm
This comes amid the first death of H5N2 influenza virus globally, detected in a 59-year-old from Mexico.
Hens Culled, Egg Shortage as Bird Flu Outbreak Spreads
‘We’re anticipating a flow-on impact to egg supplies in the coming week.’
More Than 4 Million Chickens Will Be Culled at Iowa Farm Where Bird Flu Was Found
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds has issued a disaster proclamation, enabling state and federal agencies to assist with tracking and containing the virus.
Is Gain-of-Function Responsible for the Bird Flu Jump to Cows and Humans?
Certain types of bird flu viruses that typically spread among birds are now causing infections in cows and humans in Western countries.
US Restricts Poultry Imports From Australian State Following Bird Flu Outbreak
This follows the bird flu being discovered on two Victorian properties.
Bird Flu Likely Candidate for ‘Next Pandemic’: Australian Professor
This comes less than a week before the WHO meet to discuss the pandemic treaty.
Bird Flu Found at 2 More Poultry Farms in Victoria and Western Australia
Control orders have been implemented at the Victorian farm, restricting movement of poultry, equipment, and vehicles.
Influenza Vaccine Pushed After Bird Flu Detected in Victoria
The first human case of H5N1 avian flu was reported in Victoria, but there is no evidence of transmission within the state.
Bird Flu Outbreak Sparks Mass Cull of Farmed Chickens
‘This is the first human case of H5N1 avian influenza in Australia.’
Ex-CDC Director Warns Gain-of-Function Research on Bird Flu Could Spark ‘Great Pandemic’
‘Bird flu, I think, is going to be the cause of a great pandemic—where they are teaching these viruses how to be more infectious for humans,’ Dr. Redfield said.
CDC Asks States to Provide Livestock Workers With Protective Gear Amid Bird Flu Concerns
The CDC said the risk of avian influenza remains low to the public.
Texas Veterinarian Cracks Mystery of Bird Flu in Cows
Officials are working to understand how the virus spreads, the size of the outbreak, and quickly it could grow.
FDA Says No Infectious Bird Flu Virus Found In Powdered Infant Formula, Cottage Cheese, Sour Cream
The agency is testing retail dairy products amid an outbreak of bird flu among dairy cow herds.
