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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

Bird flu outbreak at Scots park kills 22 swans as council issue warning

The number of birds found dead at Knightswood Park has almost trebled in just a few days.

Daily Record · Jan 27, 2023

Glasgow park bird flu outbreak sees 22 swans die as council issues warning to public

The bird population of Knightswood Park has been massively affected by an outbreak of bird flu with 22 swans having been found dead or put down in just a matter of days.

Glasgow Live · Jan 27, 2023

$18 a dozen: how did America’s eggs get absurdly expensive?

Producers blame avian flu for the soaring costs, but one farmers’ group is airing accusations of price-gouging

The Guardian - US · Jan 26, 2023

Can humans catch bird flu as eight swans die from disease in Glasgow park

Avian influenza, better known as bird flu, continues to cause concern across Glasgow and the rest of Scotland. But can you or your pet catch the virus? Here is everything you need to know.

Glasgow Live · Jan 25, 2023

Eight swans die at Scots park in bird flu outbreak which 'could impact their population'

The bodies of the birds were spotted at Knightswood Park in the city by a concerned member of the public, who reported it to the council on Tuesday.

Daily Record · Jan 25, 2023

Heartbreaking scene at Glasgow park as eight swans die in bird flu outbreak

The sad sight was discovered by Jenny Ross as she walked through the park yesterday morning and comes just weeks after 23 swans died at Hogganfield Loch amid an avian flu outbreak.

Glasgow Live · Jan 25, 2023

Bird flu could wipe out Australian black swans, study warns

Experts fear famous Australian black swans could face extinction in event of outbreak

The Independent UK · Jan 24, 2023