US Agriculture Department Allocates $100 Million for Avian Influenza
#USnews #avianinfluenzaUS agriculture department allocates $100m for avian influenza research amidst an outbreak, aiming to develop vaccines and treatments. Biosecurity measures are crucial in preventing the disease spread. Controversial suggestions to let the disease run its course raise concerns among experts read more
First Case of H5N1 Bird Flu in Pig on Oregon Farm
#BirdFlu #avianinfluenzaFirst case of bird flu in a pig found in Oregon farm. Human cases of H5N1 avian influenza rising, reaching nearly 40. The farm where the pig was found was under quarantine. US pork supply remains safe. read more
Bird Flu Outbreak Raises Concerns About Managing Future Pandemics
#avianinfluenza #pandemicprepHighly pathogenic avian influenza spreading on American farms raises pandemic mutation concerns. Experts criticize US response to H5N1 bird flu, highlighting similarities to Covid handling. Issues include lack of testing, political divides, and insufficient public health powers. read more