The Latest Breaking News from Avian flu

Bird flu is spreading. Don't freak out

Avian flu H5N1 is spreading from birds to mammals. Human risk is low, but don't relax just yet

Salon · Feb 12, 2023

Four dead seals test positive for bird flu in Scotland

Experts warn of ‘step-change’ in avian flu spread as number of cases in mammals continues to grow globally

The Guardian - UK · Feb 10, 2023

Geese culling may not be needed in Denver thanks to other population control methods

Denver’s resident Canada geese could be saved from a summer culling this year thanks to several control strategies and the potential impact of the ongoing avian flu outbreak.

The Denver Post · Feb 8, 2023

Eggs prices drop, but the threat from avian flu isn't over yet

After months of eye-popping prices, egg lovers are finally seeing some relief. Wholesale prices in the Midwest fell by 58 cents at the end of January, but the days of a $1.50 a dozen may not return.

WEKU · Feb 5, 2023

First case of bird flu in non avian wildlife confirmed in Durham in 2021

Nine otters and foxes have been confirmed with avian flu since 2021, with the first case a fox in Durham

Chronicle Live · Feb 2, 2023

Avian flu spreading to mammals but what does that mean about the risk to humans?

Avian flu, also known as bird flu, has now been found in a range of mammals across the globe, like foxes and bears - but does this disease pose a threat to humans?

Edinburgh Live · Feb 2, 2023

Bird flu spread to mammals but what risk does the virus pose to humans?

Avian flu has been detected in a range of mammals across the world, including grizzly bears, mink, dolphins and seals. But can the virus mutate to create more risk for human illness?

Glasgow Live · Feb 2, 2023

Public health experts ramp up avian flu surveillance in UK

Risk to humans, though low, is of concern after at least 200 cases of infection in mammals detected worldwide

The Guardian - UK · Feb 2, 2023

Avian flu spills over from birds to mammals in the UK

The disease has been found in nine foxes and otters

Evening Standard · Feb 2, 2023

Will egg-flation last forever?

Everything you need to know about egg-flation

Salon · Jan 29, 2023