The fatality rate for H5N1 highly pathogenic avian influenza in humans has historically been high, with more than half of ...

EFSA’s scientists highlight that key European stop-overs with high-density bird congregations, such as Iceland, Britain, ...

Songbirds are much less likely than waterfowl to contract variants of avian influenza and less likely to shed large amounts of virus, meaning they do not transmit the disease easily. (For detailed ...

Bird flu fears have focused on the poultry and dairy industries and human health. But wild animals are threatened, too—at ...

The virus, which scientists call H5N1, has spread like wildfire around the globe in recent years, surprising and horrifying ...

Although the avian flu (H5N1) virus may not be making the news as frequently, it is still working hard behind the scenes, ...

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins have expressed interest in letting H5N1 outbreaks spread unchecked through U.S. poultry farms. Health experts warn it ...

After a turbulent domestic campaign, Tottenham’s season was defined by contrasting fortunes. While their Premier League performance was a struggle—finishing just above the relegation zone—their ...

Sometimes, however, the virus is introduced into a new host, such as domestic poultry, and evolves into a more lethal, highly pathogenic avian influenza strain.

Brazil confirms its first bird flu outbreak on a commercial poultry farm, leading to a 60-day ban on poultry imports from China. The outbreak is in Rio Grande do Sul, a state responsible for 15% ...

Bird flu has also been causing outbreaks in poultry, leading to human cases among U.S. poultry farm workers and culling operations workers.

Bird flu: What you need to know Article by Michele Walfred and Katie Peikes Photo illustration by Jeffrey C. Chase April 28, 2025 UD Cooperative Extension state poultry agent Georgie Cartanza shares 6 ...