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 […]
Deadly Strain of Bird Flu Not Seen Since 2017 Detected at Mississippi Farm
A fatal H7N9 strain of avian flu outbreak has been confirmed on a poultry farm in Noxabee, Mississippi. Fox News It has been reported On Wednesday, there was no incidence of that particular strain since 2017. Last week, infections infectious diseases in approximately 50,000 commercial broiler breeders chickens were confirmed by the Global Animal Health […]
H5N1 bird flu spread 'unprecedented,' UN agency warns
The UN Food Agency warned that the ongoing spread of the H5N1 avian influenza virus is an unprecedented food security risk requiring a coordinated global response. At a briefing held on Monday, the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) cited the loss of poultry to hundreds of millions of people around the world and […]
Mississippi reports first outbreak of highly pathogenic bird flu strain in US since 2017
Mississippi and federal officials have confirmed unreported outbreaks of avian flu strains in the United States since 2017, with quarantine and past efforts already underway. In a statement released on March 12, the Mississippi Animal Health Board said poultry from chicken chicken from a commercial broiler breeder in Noxevie County tested positive for highly pathogenic […]
Cat food presenting risk of bird flu is recalled, pet owners put on alert
Cat owners are warned of potential health threats. The savage pet in El Cajon, California has recalled 66 large chicken boxes (84 oz) and 74 small chicken boxes (21 oz). According to the FDA website, savage cat food is distributed to retailers in five states: California, Colorado, New York, Pennsylvania and Washington. Farmers in six […]
Two NYC cats dead from avian flu, including 8-month-old kitten
Two New York City cats have died of avian flu. This includes one 8 month old kitten who died just a week after being rushed into the Upper West Side veterinarian. Both infected cats were pets, but health department officials were confirmed to the post office to be from separate households. At least one died […]