Bird Flu Virus Disease

New type of bird flu found in dairy cows in Nevada

New bird flu variant found in dairy cattle. Can H5N1 be transmitted to humans?

Until last week, all bird flu in dairy herds had been identified as the B3.13 variant, which was believed to have come from wild birds in late 2023 or early 2024. The USDA confirmed the virus's existence in the Nevada dairy cattle through milk sampling, the agency said.

CNN · 1d

New bird flu infections in Nevada dairy cattle signal the virus may be here to stay

Six dairy herds in Nevada have tested positive for a newer variant of the H5N1 bird flu virus that’s been associated with severe infections in humans, according to the Nevada Department of Agriculture.

CBS News on MSN · 1d

Cows infected by lethal bird flu strain never before seen in the animal showing respiratory symptoms, Nevada says

At least four cattle herds in Nevada have tested positive for a strain of H5N1 bird flu never before seen in cows, state agriculture officials confirmed Wednesday, and respiratory symptoms like coughing and sneezing have been reported.

Bird flu spreads across U.S.

UPI News on MSN · 8h

Expert concerned U.S. not prepared for bird flu spread in humans

When it comes to the potential of H5N1 avian flu, otherwise known as bird flu, picking up mutations that may lead to human-to-human spread, that "train has already left the station," warns one infectious disease expert.

MLive · 16h

A new type of bird flu has been found in US dairy cows, raising more concerns

The detection indicates that distinct forms of the virus known as Type A H5N1 have spilled over from wild birds into cattle at least twice. Experts said it raises new questions about wider spread and the difficulty of controlling infections in animals and the people who work closely with them.

The Record, Bergen County on … · 8h

Bird flu spreads across the U.S.; is there a threat in NJ?

Bird flu continues to spread across the country, with the virus wiping out wild bird populations and devastating poultry farms. This week, dairy cattle in the U.S. tested positive for a strain of bird flu that had not been seen in cows.

C.D.C. Posts, Then Deletes, Data on Bird Flu Spread Between Cats and People

The data, which appeared fleetingly online on Wednesday, confirmed transmission in two households. Scientists called on the ...

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Avian Influenza FAQ: What You Need to Know About Bird Flu

What you need to know about bird flu. Public health experts are closely watching avian influenza, which has affected chickens ...

As bird flu spreads, what is the risk from eggs and milk?

As bird flu spreads in the United States, are there are any risks of the virus from drinking milk or eating eggs? Here's what you need to know, according to experts.

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Bird flu found in Louisville area as cases continue to surge nationally

Avian influenza, also known as bird flu, has been detected in Canada geese in Jefferson County — now one of 10 Kentucky ...

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New Pitt research finds groundbreaking antibody to prevent severe bird flu in monkeys

Researchers have a new hope for preventing severe illness from the bird flu after finding a groundbreaking antibody treatment ...

KTVU FOX 2 San Francisco on MSN1d

Bird flu detected in backyard Redwood City chicken flock

Bird flu has been detected in a backyard chicken flock in Redwood City. San Mateo County’s Department of Agriculture/Weights and Measures on Tuesday said there are currently no human cases of the flu, ...

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