The Latest Breaking News from Bird Flu

What is bird flu and can humans catch the Avian virus?

There are lots of different strains of bird flu virus, and most of them don't infect humans - read below for a handy guide on the widespread virus affecting the food industry.

Glasgow Live · Nov 15, 2022

Swans found dead at Scots nature reserve sparking fears of bird flu outbreak

At least twelve swans have died at Hogganfield Loch, part of Seven Lochs nature park, in Glasgow.

Daily Record · Nov 15, 2022

Bird flu warning at Hogganfield Loch as Glasgow City Council remove multiple dead swans from park

12 swans are believed to have died from avian flu so far, prompting an alert to walkers to stay away from sick or dead birds while the council deal with the situation.

Glasgow Live · Nov 15, 2022

All the Christmas food shortages Scotland could face and what caused them

The Avian flu has provided an egg shortage across the UK, meaning that Wetherspoons breakfasts could be without the fried staples - but there's more than a lack of eggs in the country.

Glasgow Live · Nov 14, 2022

Bird flu has made a comeback, driving up prices for holiday turkeys

An outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza has spread through chicken and turkey flocks in 46 states since it was first detected in Indiana on Feb. 8, 2022. The outbreak is also taking a heavy toll in Canada and Europe.

The Conversation · Nov 14, 2022

Concerns over Christmas turkey stock after avian flu detected in turkey flock in Monaghan

Further testing is being carried out by officials

Irish Mirror · Nov 14, 2022

3000 turkeys to be killed following avian flu outbreak

The entire flock of sick turkeys will be culled to avoid further contamination

Dublin Live · Nov 14, 2022

Poultry restriction zones imposed in Co Fermanagh after bird flu cases detected in Monaghan

"The infected premises lies close to the border between Monaghan and Fermanagh."

Belfast Live · Nov 14, 2022

Fears that Christmas turkeys could be affected by bird flu as restriction zones in place

“Everyone needs to be on high alert now in order to protect the industry and ensure confidence food safety within the poultry sector."

Dublin Live · Nov 13, 2022

Avian flu set to deal killer blow to turkey farmers at Christmas

Hard-hit producers who have lost tens of thousands of pounds after culling stock now fear they may not be able to continue

The Guardian - UK · Nov 12, 2022