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  • Watchful Vigilance: US Officials Monitor Avian Flu Threat as Virus Circulates Globally

    Watchful Vigilance: US Officials Monitor Avian Flu Threat as Virus Circulates Globally
    Dec 13 2025
    U.S. health officials say the overall risk to the public from bird flu remains low, but surveillance is tightening as the virus continues to circulate in birds and some mammals worldwide.

    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that, as of its latest weekly update for early December, no sustained person to person transmission of highly pathogenic avian influenza has been detected in the United States. CDC says current human infections linked to birds or animals remain rare, sporadic, and closely monitored.

    In Washington State, Grant County health officials announced Friday that their recent avian influenza outbreak in a commercial poultry operation has officially been declared over. According to the Grant County Health District, no human cases were identified among workers or contacts at that site, and all response activities have been completed. The agency stressed that while the risk to humans remains low, people who work with poultry or other potentially infected animals should continue using protective gear and follow biosecurity guidelines.

    Nationally, detections of bird flu in wild birds and backyard or commercial flocks continue to be reported during the fall migration period, and federal and state agriculture departments are culling affected flocks, restricting movement, and expanding testing to limit spread. Public health agencies are also watching dairy cattle, after previous detections of avian influenza virus in raw milk from infected herds, although pasteurized milk remains safe to drink according to U.S. food safety authorities.

    Globally, the virus is still taking a toll on wild birds and poultry. The Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy reports suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza behind large die offs of wild geese and other birds in parts of Canada, including southern Manitoba, and in locations as far away as Hawaii. These events underscore concerns among scientists that the virus is now entrenched in wild bird populations, raising the risk of repeated spillovers into domestic flocks and occasional mammal infections.

    Health experts continue to advise avoiding contact with sick or dead birds, not handling raw milk from ill animals, and reporting unusual die offs to local authorities. Officials emphasize that people who develop flu like symptoms after close contact with infected birds or mammals should seek medical care and mention that exposure.

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  • "Intensifying U.S. Bird Flu Surveillance Amid New Infections and Research Findings"

    "Intensifying U.S. Bird Flu Surveillance Amid New Infections and Research Findings"
    Dec 11 2025
    U.S. bird flu surveillance is intensifying this week as new animal infections and fresh research findings keep H5 viruses in the spotlight.

    In Texas, Focus Daily News and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department report highly pathogenic avian influenza detections in multiple regions of the state, prompting warnings to hunters, landowners, and poultry producers to avoid contact with sick or dead wild birds and to tighten farm biosecurity. The San Antonio Express News notes Texas poultry producers are bracing for possible supply disruptions and higher egg prices if outbreaks spread in commercial flocks.

    In Delaware, the state Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control announced that a sick snow goose found in eastern Kent County has tested presumptive positive for H5 avian influenza, the first such detection in a snow goose there this season. Delaware Online reports officials are urging poultry and livestock owners to keep domestic birds away from wild waterfowl, restrict farm visitors, and follow strict cleaning and disinfection protocols.

    On the human health front, Iowa Public Radio highlights new research indicating that mammary glands in humans, sheep, and other livestock may be capable of harboring H5N1, raising questions about how the virus behaves in dairy herds and whether milk tissue could be a reservoir. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cited in that report, says at least 71 people in the U.S. have been infected with H5N1 so far, with two deaths, almost all tied to close contact with infected birds or dairy cows and no confirmed person to person spread.

    Globally, the World Health Organization’s Western Pacific office reports 30 new highly pathogenic avian influenza outbreaks in animals from late November to early December, including major H5N1 events in Japanese poultry and wild birds and additional cases in wild birds in South Korea. Separately, My Vet Candy reports that nearly nine million poultry have been culled worldwide since October, with large losses in the United States, Canada, and Germany, and experts warning that migratory birds continue to drive international spread.

    Public health agencies continue to stress that the overall risk to the general public remains low, but they advise avoiding contact with sick or dead birds and thoroughly cooking poultry and eggs.

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  • Avian Flu Outbreak Sparks Alarm Across the US and Globally

    Avian Flu Outbreak Sparks Alarm Across the US and Globally
    Dec 9 2025
    Bird flu continues to pose significant threats across the United States and globally as outbreaks reach unprecedented levels. In a concerning development, over 70 vultures discovered at St. Bernadette School in Amelia, Ohio on December 1st tested positive for the highly pathogenic H5N1 strain. The birds were found scattered across the school's baseball fields after staff returned from the Thanksgiving holiday. Clermont County Public Health has indicated there is minimal risk to the general public, though officials emphasize that direct contact with infected birds should be avoided.

    The outbreak extends far beyond Ohio. Within the past month, avian flu has been detected among 97 flocks across the country, including 40 commercial operations and 57 backyard flocks, affecting approximately 1.08 million birds in total. West Virginia reported its third confirmed case in a backyard flock in Jackson County, while Indiana continues to experience increased avian flu activity.

    On the global front, the situation remains dire. Since October 2025, nearly nine million poultry have been culled worldwide, particularly in the United States, Canada, and Germany. European health authorities are sounding alarms as well, reporting over 1,400 infections among wild birds and poultry detected in at least 26 European countries since September, four times higher than the previous year.

    The human toll has also increased. A Washington State resident became the first recorded human death from the H5N5 strain of bird flu in the world. This marks the second avian flu death in the United States this year, following a Louisiana resident who died from H5N1 in January. To date, the Centers for Disease Control have confirmed 71 cases of bird flu in the country.

    Experts warn of pandemic potential. The H5N1 strain carries a mortality rate of approximately 48 percent among infected humans, significantly higher than COVID-19's three percent rate. Epidemiologists stress that strong biosecurity measures on farms and vigilant surveillance of wild bird populations remain critical to preventing further spread and potential human-to-human transmission.

    Seasonal flu activity is also increasing across the country, raising concerns that co-infection scenarios could accelerate viral mutation and spread.

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  • Navigating the Bird Flu Landscape: Experts Urge Vigilance and Vaccination

    Navigating the Bird Flu Landscape: Experts Urge Vigilance and Vaccination
    Dec 6 2025
    Health officials in the United States and worldwide are closely watching bird flu as winter flu season ramps up and new animal outbreaks are reported.

    In the U.S., concern remains high after the recent death of a Washington state resident infected with H5N5, a subtype of highly pathogenic avian influenza. The World Health Organization reports this was the first known human H5N5 case anywhere in the world and the first U.S. bird flu death since a Louisiana H5N1 case earlier this year, though investigators have found no evidence of human‑to‑human transmission. WHO and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention continue to assess the overall public health risk as low, with most U.S. infections linked to close contact with infected birds.

    On the animal side, new outbreaks are still emerging. The West Virginia Department of Agriculture confirmed yesterday that highly pathogenic H5N1 was detected in a backyard flock in Jackson County, triggering quarantine and biosecurity measures to protect nearby farms, according to Farm and Dairy. In Washington state, San Juan County Health and Community Services announced this week that a local backyard flock and a wild bird tested positive for avian influenza, and exposed residents are being monitored for symptoms.

    According to the Pediatric Pandemic Network, H5N1 remains widespread in U.S. poultry and has previously affected more than a thousand dairy cattle herds, but new detections in livestock have declined, and federal officials deactivated the H5N1 emergency response in July. The Food and Drug Administration has confirmed that pasteurization inactivates H5N1 in milk, underscoring that the commercial milk supply remains safe.

    Globally, the Pan American Health Organization reports that highly pathogenic H5N1 continues to circulate across the Americas, with multiple human infections in 2025 in the U.S. and Mexico, all associated with animal exposure. International agencies stress that while sporadic human cases are expected, there is still no sustained person‑to‑person spread.

    Health experts interviewed by Texas Public Radio warn that overlap between seasonal flu in humans and ongoing bird flu in animals increases the chance for viral mixing, and they urge vaccination against seasonal flu, strict farm biosecurity, and avoiding contact with sick or dead birds or raw milk.

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  • Deadly Bird Flu Outbreak Sweeps Across United States and the Globe

    Deadly Bird Flu Outbreak Sweeps Across United States and the Globe
    Dec 4 2025
    Bird flu continues to surge across the United States and globally as we head into the winter months. Over 90 new detections have been reported in the past month alone, prompting U.S. lawmakers to push for stronger avian influenza surveillance.

    The situation has become increasingly serious on the human front. Washington state recently confirmed the first recorded human death from the H5N5 strain of bird flu in the world, marking the second avian flu death in the United States this year. This death followed an earlier fatality in Louisiana from H5N1 in January. In 2025 specifically, three cases have occurred in the United States and one in Mexico, with additional zoonotic influenza infections including one human case of A(H5N2) in Mexico.

    The virus has spread to all 50 states, with highly pathogenic avian influenza identified on more than 1700 premises since February 2022. Wild birds infected with the virus have been found from coast to coast, including waterfowl and raptors. The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently announced a new mandate to test the national milk supply for bird flu beginning December 16th, initially targeting six states: California, Colorado, Michigan, Mississippi, Pennsylvania, and Oregon.

    Internationally, the outbreak is equally alarming. Between early September and mid-November, 1,443 cases of bird flu were detected in wild birds across 26 European countries, representing a fourfold increase compared to previous periods. Germany alone has seen an estimated 2,000 cranes die from bird flu, with the Friedrich Loeffler Institute registering over 103 outbreaks, including 30 among poultry battery farms.

    In the Americas beyond the United States, H5N1 outbreaks are surging. October 2025 saw a huge rise in avian flu cases in waterfowl, prompting increased risk assessments heading into winter. Experts warn that seasonal flu season increases the bird flu threat to humans, as infected individuals could potentially serve as intermediary hosts for multiple flu strains.

    Public health officials emphasize that while recent human infections are concerning, they typically occur in people with occupational or recreational exposures involving prolonged, unprotected close contact with infected birds or animals. However, authorities continue monitoring the situation closely as winter approaches, a traditionally high-risk period for avian influenza transmission.

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  • Deadly Bird Flu Outbreak Spreads Across U.S. and Globally, Raising Concerns

    Deadly Bird Flu Outbreak Spreads Across U.S. and Globally, Raising Concerns
    Dec 2 2025
    BIRD FLU OUTBREAK CONTINUES TO SPREAD ACROSS US AND GLOBALLY

    Health officials are tracking a concerning surge in avian influenza cases as the 2025-2026 season progresses. The situation remains fluid with new cases emerging regularly across multiple states and countries.

    In the United States, the CDC reports that over 50 human cases of H5N1 bird flu have been confirmed this year, with infections detected in seven states. Most recently, a patient in Washington State died from H5N5 infection, marking only the second human death from avian influenza in the country. This case represents the first confirmed H5N5 infection in a human globally, according to CDC records. The patient was an older adult with underlying health conditions who likely contracted the virus from backyard poultry exposed to wild birds.

    The outbreak has significantly impacted the dairy industry, with more than 700 dairy herds affected predominantly in California. The USDA announced a new mandate on December 6th requiring testing of the national milk supply for bird flu beginning December 16th. Entities handling raw milk in six states including California, Colorado, Michigan, Mississippi, Pennsylvania and Oregon will collect and share samples with agricultural officials.

    Internationally, Cambodia is experiencing a severe outbreak with 18 confirmed H5N1 cases reported in 2025 alone, and nine of those cases have been fatal. Since February 2023, Cambodia has documented 33 total cases with a 42 percent fatality rate. Most exposures involved contact with sick poultry.

    Bangladesh reported its third confirmed case of H5N1 this year in May, while China confirmed a human case in May as well. Meanwhile, Germany has been battling widespread avian influenza among birds, with an estimated 2,000 cranes dead and over 500,000 birds culled by the German government as of October.

    The virus continues to evolve, with scientists noting that H5N1 is mutating faster than ever. The predominant strain in the US, clade 2.3.4.4b, has demonstrated the ability to spread across multiple species including cattle, cats, raccoons and humans.

    Public health agencies emphasize that while the global risk remains low for the general population, occupational exposure continues to pose elevated risk for farm workers and those handling infected animals.

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  • H5 Bird Flu Update: The Situation Remains Stable

    H5 Bird Flu Update: The Situation Remains Stable
    Nov 29 2025
    H5 Bird Flu Update: The Situation Remains Stable

    Welcome back to Quiet Please. Here's your bird flu news briefing.

    As of late November 2025, the overall risk to the general public from H5 bird flu remains low, though health authorities continue monitoring the situation closely. The United States has confirmed 71 human cases since 2024, with the majority linked to dairy cattle operations. According to CDC data, 41 cases have been associated with dairy herds, while 24 cases came from poultry farms and culling operations. Three cases involved other animal exposures, and three remain unidentified in their source.

    California leads with 38 confirmed cases, primarily from dairy exposure. Washington State follows with 12 cases, mostly from poultry operations. Colorado has recorded 10 cases, Michigan 2, while several states including Iowa, Louisiana, Missouri, Nevada, Ohio, Oregon, Texas, Wisconsin, and Wyoming each have 1 case.

    Globally, the Americas region has reported cases across multiple countries. As of mid-November, Mexico reported a case of H5N2, representing the second human case of that subtype in the country. The United States recorded an additional case pending characterization on November 14th. Health officials emphasize that there has been no sustained human-to-human transmission of the virus.

    The death reported in Washington state involved an individual with a weakened immune system who had contact with infected poultry. This underscores the particular vulnerability of immunocompromised populations during flu season.

    Wild bird populations continue showing significant H5N1 detections, with over 3,900 cases identified in the United States as of mid-November. The virus spreads through migratory bird routes, particularly waterfowl, affecting both wild and domestic bird populations across the Americas.

    Public health officials stress that while H5 bird flu remains extremely rare in humans, vigilance is necessary. People with weakened immune systems are advised to wear masks and avoid contact with sick individuals. The broader population is encouraged to receive flu vaccinations and practice good hygiene, especially as flu season progresses.

    Agricultural workers in dairy and poultry operations continue facing the highest exposure risk and remain under targeted surveillance programs.

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  • Tragic First Death from H5N5 Bird Flu Variant in Washington State

    Tragic First Death from H5N5 Bird Flu Variant in Washington State
    Nov 27 2025
    Good morning. This is your Bird Flu update for November 27, 2025.

    A tragic milestone was reached this week when a Washington state resident became the first person globally to die from the H5N5 bird flu variant. The Grays Harbor County resident, an older adult with underlying health conditions, passed away after being hospitalized since early November. According to the Washington State Department of Health, testing confirmed the H5N5 virus, marking the first recorded human infection with this specific variant anywhere in the world.

    The patient contracted the virus through exposure to a backyard flock of mixed domestic birds. Health officials identified avian influenza virus in the environment surrounding the poultry and determined that contact with the domestic birds, their environment, or wild birds was the most likely source of infection. Public health authorities are monitoring anyone who had close contact with the patient, though there is currently no evidence of human-to-human transmission of this virus.

    Despite this serious development, health officials emphasize that the risk to the general public remains low. The CDC reports that while H5 bird flu is widespread in wild birds worldwide and causing outbreaks in poultry and U.S. dairy cows, sporadic human cases continue to occur mainly among dairy and poultry workers. According to CDC surveillance data, seven cases have been detected through national flu surveillance since February 2024.

    In the broader Americas region, health officials have documented a total of five countries reporting human cases of avian influenza since 2022, with two deaths. Mexico reported an H5N2 case on October 2, 2025, representing the second human case of that variant in the country. The Pan American Health Organization notes that between 2022 and late November 2025, the Americas region has recorded 5,136 outbreaks of avian influenza in animals across 19 countries and territories.

    As of mid-November, the United States alone had detected 3,932 cases of avian influenza in wild birds. Health authorities recommend that people with backyard poultry avoid contact with sick or dead birds and ensure they receive seasonal flu vaccinations. Though the seasonal flu vaccine does not prevent bird flu infection, it reduces the risk of contracting both human and avian influenza simultaneously.

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