Articles tagged as: H5N1
February 3, 2025
Drones flying near sites of bird flu outbreaks spark concern in Indiana
Drones have been reported near farms quarantined for bird flu at Adams, Allen, Jackson and Jay counties in Indiana and locations in Ohio. Security officials warn they could spread the virus.
Read MoreJanuary 18, 2025
U.S. pays $590 million to speed up development of bird flu vaccine
The public health risk remains low, but bird flu variants have proven to be unpredictable, which is why the virus is a top priority for the federal government.
Read MoreJanuary 7, 2025
Indiana records first case of avian influenza among birds this year
A flock of turkeys in eastern Indiana has tested positive for H5N1 or bird flu.
Read MoreDecember 19, 2024
Feds require Indiana to test its milk for bird flu
The USDA has outlined a five-point plan for regular bulk milk testing, which ramps up or down depending on whether any infected milk is detected.
Read MoreAugust 9, 2024
State fairs in the time of bird flu: Here’s why health experts advise caution
State fairs can spread viruses from animals to humans. With bird flu found in cows for the first time ever, some experts advise caution.
Read MoreApril 4, 2024
What to know about the risks of the bird flu outbreak
Cattle are getting sick with H5N1, and one person got sick in Texas. How bad could this be for dairy farms? Could it spread among people? Here's what scientists are learning.
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