Ducks come back to Crescent Duck Farm on Long Island after the entire flock was lost to bird flu.
Long Island Duck Farm Battles Avian Flu Aftermath Doug Corwin realized something was off during a barn inspection in January at his family’s Long Island duck farm. Within days, his operation, Crescent Duck Farm, became one of many across the U.S. forced to cull its entire flock due to a widespread avian flu outbreak, which […]
Trump comments on deceased Iranian officials following Israel’s strike: ‘They didn’t die of flu’
President Donald Trump shared some comments Friday morning regarding the recent Israeli airstrikes on Iran, which reportedly resulted in the deaths of at least 20 Iranian commanders. This event comes after lengthy negotiations between the US and Iran, with the strikes targeting key aspects of Iran’s nuclear and missile framework. Among those killed were General […]
Rod Stewart cancels additional concerts following flu diagnosis
Rod Stewart Cancels Concerts Due to Health Issues Rod Stewart has announced the cancellation of several upcoming concerts for health reasons. The 80-year-old rocker shared on Saturday his decision to call off four shows and postpone two, which were set to take place in Nevada and California. This announcement comes after he was diagnosed with […]
Rod Stewart, 80, calls off 6 shows due to flu illness
Rod Stewart Cancels Concerts Due to Ongoing Flu Fans of Rod Stewart will have to wait longer to catch the rock legend live as he has canceled his next six performances due to a persistent illness. The iconic singer shared on his Instagram that, “As we continue to recover from the flu, we will need […]
Brazil, the largest chicken exporter, confirms bird flu outbreak.
Brazil Confirms First Avian Flu Outbreak on Commercial Farms Sao Paulo: Brazil, the leading chicken exporter globally, reported its first case of avian flu on commercial farms on Friday. This has led to a nationwide ban on trade from China, along with statewide restrictions for other significant markets. In 2024, Brazil exported around $10 billion […]
Egg prices drop for the first time in months during bird flu outbreak
In April, retail egg prices in the US experienced a drop for the first time in several months, although they’re still significantly higher compared to last year. The average cost for a dozen Grade A eggs decreased by 12.7% to settle at $5.12, as noted in the consumer price index. This marks the first fall […]
U.S. taxpayers are supporting egg producers’ huge profits, even as they raise prices because of bird flu.
Egg producers in the U.S. are raking in substantial profits while also receiving millions from taxpayers due to bird flu-related issues, as reported. Cal-Maine, the largest egg producer in the country, recorded a net profit of $876 million over the last nine months, a sharp increase from $164 million during the same timeframe in the […]
Ways to identify and manage bird flu before it becomes critical
One key takeaway from the Covid pandemic was the importance of having fast and precise testing available at the point of care. This kind of testing can really make a difference in catching a virus before it spreads widely. Just a few years back, these effective tools were finally being utilized for patients in real-time. […]
Bird flu forced 30M chickens to be culled across nine states so far this year
The bird flu outbreak has led to tens of millions of chickens being culled in nine states over the past year, with more hot spots continuing to emerge. So far, the Department of Agriculture has seen an astounding 41 outbreaks this year that have beaten the entire egg-soaking herd in Arizona, California, Iowa, Arizona, Indiana, […]
If you want the flu, get the flu shot: New study claims flu vaccines make people LESS safe
The Cleveland Clinic has dropped a serious bomb that is not surprising to those who have questioned the story that has been approved for the past five years. This season's flu shots aren't useful for preventing the flu, but they can actually increase your risk of getting it. A study from the Cleveland Clinic tracked […]