Avian Influenza
Q&A: Should the US be testing more for bird flu?
H5N1 “bird flu” is widespread among wild birds and has caused sporadic outbreaks among poultry for more than a couple years. A recent outbreak among dairy cow herds in the United States has raised the virus’ profile.
Bird flu updates: Milk, beef appear safe; new details of human case
The FDA and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) said this week that pasteurized milk and beef products appear safe for consumption based on testing conducted after traces of avian influenza were found in pasteurized milk.
Q&A: FDA confirms traces of bird flu virus in pasteurized milk
The FDA announced this week that testing has identified genetic traces of highly pathogenic avian influenza virus in pasteurized cow milk samples collected in the United States.
Top in ID: Rise in measles cases; avian flu response plan
Nearly one-third of all measles cases reported in the United States since January 2020 were reported in the first quarter of 2024, raising concerns that the country could lose its measles elimination status, according to CDC researchers.
CDC advises states to make bird flu plan
Although the CDC says the risk of avian influenza to the public remains low, it is encouraging state health officials to prepare response plans anyway.