Wild birds found to be key drivers of H5N1 outbreak in North America
Since late 2021, a panzootic, or “a pandemic in animals,” of highly pathogenic bird flu variant H5N1 has…
B.C. animal sanctuary ‘devastated’ after euthanizing animals due to avian flu
An animal sanctuary in B.C.’s interior says it is facing a “heartbreaking” experience after discovering a positive case…
Suspected H5 virus detected after elephant seal die-off on Heard Island
A suspected outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5 has been reported on sub-Antarctic Heard Island, located…
Pasteurized milk contains H5N1 proteins without posing health risks
Proteins and genetic material from H5N1 influenza viruses have been found in pasteurized milk in the United States,…
UK confirms H5N1 bird flu outbreak in southwestern England
A person holds a test tube labeled “Bird Flu”, in this picture illustration, Jan 14, 2023. (PHOTO /…