New Bird Flu Strain Detected in U.S.

Bird Flu Outbreak Costs U.S. Poultry Industry $1.4 Billion
This latest outbreak is part of a broader epizootic that has swept across the United States, affecting not only poultry but also wild birds, mammals and humans.
What you need to know about the new bird flu strain found in the United States
In today’s Health Alert, a new strain of bird flu - H5N9 - has been detected in the U.S. The first confirmed case was found at a commercial duck farm in California.
What Is H5N9? US Reports First Bird Flu Strain Outbreak in Poultry
H5N9 is a rare subtype of the influenza A virus that can cause highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), also known as bird flu. It's a reassortment strain that originated from the H5N1, H7N9, and H9N2 subtypes.
First case of commercial bird flu is a ‘serious threat’ to ag industry
This story was updated at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, with more information.  The bird flu has reached the state’s prized poultry industry, with the first commercial case of bird flu hitting a producer in northeast Georgia.
New Bird Flu Strain Detected in the U.S.
By India Edwards HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, Jan. 29, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- A new strain of bird flu, H5N9, has been detected for the first time in the United States, raising concerns about how it continues to spread.
Scientists Confirm a New Strain of Bird Flu Has Emerged in The US
A new strain of bird flu has been confirmed at a duck farm in California, the first time the variant has been discovered in poultry in the United States, an international agency said.
Deadly bird flu strain threatens US food supply
Learn about the new H5N9 bird flu strain in the US, its impact on food safety and prices, plus expert advice on protecting yourself from avian influenza.
Bird Flu Update as Antibody Therapy May Prevent Severe Illness
"This type of prevention can be very useful in controlling infection outbreaks and containing the bird flu pandemic," said an immunologist.
Moderna awarded $590M to help accelerate development of mRNA-based bird flu vaccine: HHS
Moderna has been awarded approximately $590 million from the federal government to help speed up the development of an ...
White House blames Biden for killing ‘100 million chickens,’ refuses to admit Trump broken vow on costly eggs
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Tuesday blamed soaring egg pirces in the U.S. on former President Joe Biden’s ...
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Bird flu may be worst Worcester has seen as more dead swans wash up
MORE dead swans have washed up as a 'shellshocked' expert fears it may be the worst bird flu outbreak Worcester has seen. It ...
Why egg prices are so high — and will likely get higher
A Long Island farm said it would be forced to kill its flock of nearly 100,000 ducks due to an outbreak of bird flu.
MPs sound alarm over 'very serious risk' of new pandemic from animal fur trade
In a letter to environment secretary Steve Reed, the cross-party group of 42 MPs and peers call for government backing for a ...
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What to know about protecting your cat from bird flu
A few cats have died from bird flu after eating raw food. And some raw pet food products have been recalled. Here's what to know about the risks to your fur babies and how to keep them safe.
Map shows where bird flu prevention zone is declared in UK after cases rise
Most of the UK has been placed under an avian influenza prevention zone after cases show no sign of stopping. The new zone to ...
As egg prices continue to spike, Pittsburgh area grocers don't see an end in sight due to the bird flu outbreak
The USDA said the combination of bird flu and inflation might drive up egg prices by another 20% this year. Egg price check.