This guidance outlines CDC’s recommendations for preventing human exposures to highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A (H5N1) viruses and infection prevention and control measures, including the use of personal protective equipment, testing, antiviral treatment, patient investigations, monitoring of exposed persons, and antiviral chemoprophylaxis of exposed persons.
Avian Influenza, aka "bird flu" has devastating effects on the poultry industry. WOAH promotes transparency and understanding of the disease.
The H5N1 strain of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) is present in wild birds worldwide and is causing outbreaks in U.S. domestic birds and dairy cattle. Many other species are also susceptible to this virus. APHIS is working with our Federal, State, and industry partners to combat outbreaks, support producers, and strengthen prevention.
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KJCT) - Colorado Parks and Wildlife is warning that Avian Influenza is continuing to spread in the state. Avian Influenza is a virus strain most commonly found in waterfowl and ...
WILLMAR, Minn. — After another difficult year of highly pathogenic avian influenza outbreaks in the upper Midwest, an avian health expert says the industry remains in the woods concerning attempts to ...
A Grays Harbor County resident has died after contracting the H5N5 avian influenza, marking the first recorded human infection with this variant globally, according to the Washington State Department ...
Researchers are sounding the alarm as they chart a recent outbreak of avian influenza that has killed a number of marine mammals in or near Año Nuevo State Park in San Mateo County. The highly ...
The American Journal of Managed Care: Avian Influenza: Prevention, Progress, and Public Health Priorities