Australia look to NZ for advice on bird flu threat Australia and New Zealand environment ministers have met to discuss the best way to prevent a deadly outbreak of bird flu that's caused havoc elsewhere. AAP · Oct 18, 2024
Bird flu in pheasants in England sparks concern over lax rearing rules Campaigners call for tightening of measures around ‘wild’ pheasants which are not subject to rules to help control bird flu The Guardian - UK · Oct 17, 2024
More suspected human bird flu cases So far, the CDC has confirmed 20 human cases, with more awaiting confirmation Salon · Oct 15, 2024
'Genuine risks to people': deadly bird flu strain People are being urged to become aware of what they need to do if they come into contact with dead birds killed by a particular strain of the bird flu. AAP · Oct 14, 2024
‘Awful reality’: Albanese government injects $95 million to fight the latest deadly bird flu The Australian government has committed A$95 million to fight a virulent strain of bird flu wreaking havoc globally. The Conversation · Oct 14, 2024
Deadly bird flu could lead to mass extinctions Australia is preparing for a deadly strain of the bird flu which could lead to the extinction of unique species, as authorities brace for its arrival. AAP · Oct 13, 2024
Experts worried humans getting bird flu While California reports more human cases of bird flu, experts say the true number of cases could be much higher Salon · Oct 10, 2024
Devastating bird flu strain 'on Australia's doorstep' Conservation groups are calling for more funding to prepare for the arrival of a deadly bird flu strain believed to have killed billions of animals worldwide. AAP · Oct 6, 2024
Anthony Fauci, the Man Who Thought He Was Science On Call, Anthony Fauci's new memoir, can't disguise the damage caused by his COVID-19 policies. Reason · Oct 6, 2024
Bird flu patient had no apparent contact with animals – and there’s still no evidence of sustained human-to-human spread Six healthcare workers in the US who were in close contact with a patient known to have bird flu developed mild respiratory symptoms, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The patient was not known to have had contact with livestock or other animals, raising the… The Conversation · Oct 4, 2024
Dozens of zoo tigers die after contracting bird flu in southern Vietnam More than a dozen tigers have died after contracting bird flu at a zoo in southern Vietnam The Independent UK · Oct 4, 2024
Tigers Incinerated Due To Bird Flu Outbreak In Vietnam Tragic deaths of tigers from bird flu in Vietnamese zoos highlight zoonotic disease risks and the importance of preventing their spread. Top News · Oct 4, 2024
California Dairy Workers Infected With Bird Flu Two dairy workers in California infected with bird flu as part of an ongoing outbreak affecting dairy cows in multiple states. Health officials emphasize l... Top News · Oct 3, 2024
Two California dairy workers were infected with bird flu, latest human cases in US Two dairy workers in California were infected with bird flu, the 15th and 16th human cases detected in the U.S. this year The Independent UK · Oct 3, 2024
AAP · Oct 3, 2024 Environment ministers summoned over bird flu threat Australia is looking at vaccinations for bird flu as environment ministers are called to a special meeting to discuss the threat to wildlife.
Al Jazeera · Oct 3, 2024 Bird flu suspected of killing dozens of captive tigers in Vietnam Tigers at resort in Dong Nai province died after being fed sick chicken, additional deaths reported in other locations.
AAP · Sep 30, 2024 'Pitiful' funding for 'looming catastrophe' of bird flu Pressure is mounting on the federal government to pour more money into bird flu preparations, amid warnings Australia's worst ecological disaster is looming.
Fortune · Sep 26, 2024 Bird flu casts a wider net as U.S. health officials keep drip-feeding information on Fridays Researchers are urging the CDC to get ahead of the H5N1 virus 'before it’s too late.'
LiveScience · Sep 23, 2024 Source of person's recent bird flu case remains a mystery — and experts say that's concerning The latest human case of bird flu in the U.S. occurred in a patient with no reported exposure to affected animals, sparking questions over whether the virus is spreading between people. Experts say that's unlikely but argue the case raises other concerns.
The Guardian - US · Sep 23, 2024 ‘We are not testing enough’: new US bird flu cases stoke fears over poor response Experts worry H5N1 virus is more widespread than is being reported as they call for stricter mandates from USDA
The Guardian - US · Sep 22, 2024 Mysterious Missouri bird flu case shows complications of outbreak response First case of person to contract H5N1 after no known animal contact highlights federal-state agency relationships
The Independent UK · Sep 17, 2024 Bird flu tests being developed as number of human cases rise across the country One pressing concern is that the virus could mutate further, enabling easier infection among humans
The Conversation · Sep 16, 2024 ‘Pirate birds’ force other seabirds to regurgitate fish meals. Their thieving ways could spread lethal avian flu It’s not easy finding food at sea. Seabirds often stay aloft, scanning the churning waters for elusive prey. Most seabirds take fish, squid, or other prey from the first few metres of seawater. Scavenging is common.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 16, 2024 Deadly avian flu strain could enter Australia via thieving migratory birds, scientists warn Birds practising kleptoparasitism – harassing each other until they drop their saliva-covered food – seen as ‘plausible pathway’ for arrival of H5N1
Top News · Sep 12, 2024 Missouri Person Contracts Rare Bird Flu Strain Health officials in Missouri investigate rare case of bird flu; patient recovered, no human-to-human transmission.