Why it matters: The bird flu has ravaged the nation’s supply of eggs, leading to shortages and higher prices at grocery stores and restaurants.
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Prediction models show differences in highly pathogenic avian influenza outbreaks in Japan …
Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has caused outbreaks in wild birds and poultry worldwide for many years, with increasing numbers of outbreaks …
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Is Bird Flu the Only Reason Egg Prices Are Soaring? – The New York Times
The nation’s biggest egg producer has seen rising revenues and profits. Now some Democrats are calling for an investigation into pricing practices …
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Avian Influenza Outbreak Prompts Policy Shift, Vaccine Debate, and Expansion to Dairy Farms
This new strain, which has been found in wild birds, raises concerns about the potential spread to dairy operations, especially in areas with a high …
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Bird flu: Where we are now and what to know about prevention – Harvard Health
hunters and bird watchers with recreational exposure to wild birds. Symptoms of bird flu in humans can range from mild respiratory illness (such …
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Bird Flu Found in Rats for First Time, USDA Confirms – Dermatology Advisor
For the first time, bird flu has been detected in rats, the United States Department of Agriculture confirmed.
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A New Way to Get Involved with the Annual Loon Count – Maine Audubon
… wild birds and precautions you should take. Avian influenza is very … Maine Audubon works to conserve Maine wildlife and wildlife habitat by engaging …
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Rusty-colored Michigan snowy owl turning heads, likely a genetic mutation – MLive.com
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service recommends keeping a safe distance to quietly observe snowy owls in the wild. Bird calls should not be played from …
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Anelise Chen: ‘Bird Strike’ – The Atlantic
Her sister: I Googled the dead bird. But I can’t Wednesday, the woman said. I told that artist I’d see his installation. Apparently migratory birds …
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Amid egg shortage in Texas, are backyard chicken eggs safe to eat during bird flu outbreak?
People who have backyard birds should do these things: Keep the birds separated from wild birds, including where they eat and water. Do not allow …
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