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It’s Time to End the Denial About Bird Flu
It’s Time to End the Denial About Bird Flu

“Since the beginning of the bird flu outbreak nearly three years ago, state and federal departments of agriculture have had one goal in mind: Maintain consumer confidence—as tens of millions of birds are culled and taxpayers bear the cost of industry bailouts. Every new media report of an infected dairy herd, poultry flock, or farm worker comes with the ubiquitous industry-approved mantra, “Don’t worry, the meat and the milk are safe.” But this messaging deflects from the production methods that have enabled the virus to spread in ways yet to be fully understood.”

Since the beginning of the bird flu outbreak nearly three years ago, state and federal departments of agriculture have had one goal in mind: Maintain consumer confidence—as tens of millions of birds are culled and taxpayers bear the cost of industry bailouts. Every new media report of an infected dairy herd, poultry flock, or farm worker comes with the ubiquitous industry-approved mantra, “Don’t worry, the meat and the milk are safe.”But this messaging deflects from the production methods that have enabled the virus to spread in ways yet to be fully understood.
#H5N1#H5N1 Pandemic
·time.com·
It’s Time to End the Denial About Bird Flu
H5N1 bird flu is closer to gaining pandemic potential than we thought
H5N1 bird flu is closer to gaining pandemic potential than we thought

“H5N1 bird flu is closer to gaining pandemic potential than we thought The flu virus currently circulating in birds and dairy cows is already better at infecting people than earlier variants, and a single mutation would allow it to bind to key human receptors”

H5N1 bird flu is closer to gaining pandemic potential than we thought The flu virus currently circulating in birds and dairy cows is already better at infecting people than earlier variants, and a single mutation would allow it to bind to key human receptors
#H5N1#H5N1 Pandemic
·newscientist.com·
H5N1 bird flu is closer to gaining pandemic potential than we thought
Sudden and Alarming Surge of Bird Flu Spreading to Cats and Dogs in 31 U.S. States
Sudden and Alarming Surge of Bird Flu Spreading to Cats and Dogs in 31 U.S. States
“Bird flu, or avian influenza, has long been a concern for birds and poultry – as the name suggests. However, a worrying trend has been observed across the United States. There’s been a sudden surge of cats and dogs falling victim to this nasty virus”
Bird flu, or avian influenza, has long been a concern for birds and poultry – as the name suggests. However, a worrying trend has been observed across the United States. There’s been a sudden surge of cats and dogs falling victim to this nasty virus
#H5N1#H5N1 Pandemic#Animal Health#Zoonotic Disease
·animalsaroundtheglobe.com·
Sudden and Alarming Surge of Bird Flu Spreading to Cats and Dogs in 31 U.S. States
Mysterious bird flu cases worry experts another pandemic is looming
Mysterious bird flu cases worry experts another pandemic is looming

“Three mysterious bird flu cases worry experts that another pandemic is looming Anytime the origins of an infection can’t be traced, it ‘raises a lot of red flags’"

Three mysterious bird flu cases worry experts that another pandemic is looming Anytime the origins of an infection can’t be traced, it “raises a lot of red flags"
#H5N1#H5N1 Pandemic
·salon.com·
Mysterious bird flu cases worry experts another pandemic is looming
Hong Kong conducts avian influenza response exercise "Amazonite" with participation from diverse government departments
Hong Kong conducts avian influenza response exercise "Amazonite" with participation from diverse government departments
“27th November 2024 – (Hong Kong) The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health (DH), in conjunction with various government departments, orchestrated a public health drill today, known as “Amazonite,” aimed at bolstering response capabilities towards human cases of avian influenza. This exercise also sought to enhance coordination among the DH and pertinent departments in addressing such scenarios, with a focus on heightening awareness among stakeholders regarding the management of public health emergencies.”
27th November 2024 – (Hong Kong) The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health (DH), in conjunction with various government departments, orchestrated a public health drill today, known as “Amazonite,” aimed at bolstering response capabilities towards human cases of avian influenza. This exercise also sought to enhance coordination among the DH and pertinent departments in addressing such scenarios, with a focus on heightening awareness among stakeholders regarding the management of public health emergencies.
#H5N1#H5N1 Pandemic#Hong Kong#Public Health#precautions
·dimsumdaily.hk·
Hong Kong conducts avian influenza response exercise "Amazonite" with participation from diverse government departments
⚠️ BREAKING:
⚠️ BREAKING:

November 23,2024:

“Wastewater in Saint Petersburg, Florida has tested positive for H5 bird flu.

Florida has no known active outbreak of bird flu in dairy cows or poultry.”

#H5N1#H5N1 Pandemic
·x.com·
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A few thoughts on public health risks ahead🧵👇: Since my story on US govt's botched response last month, things have gotten worse: 616 dairy herds in 15 states infected; 53 human cases including today's news of a child /1
A few thoughts on public health risks ahead🧵👇: Since my story on US govt's botched response last month, things have gotten worse: 616 dairy herds in 15 states infected; 53 human cases including today's news of a child /1
“A few thoughts on public health risks ahead🧵👇: Since my @VanityFair story on US govt's botched #H5N1 response last month, things have gotten worse: 616 dairy herds in 15 states infected; 53 human cases including today's news of a child”
#H5N1#H5N1 Pandemic#Katherine Eban#Discussion#analysis
·x.com·
A few thoughts on public health risks ahead🧵👇: Since my story on US govt's botched response last month, things have gotten worse: 616 dairy herds in 15 states infected; 53 human cases including today's news of a child /1
Vancouver Infectious Diseases Centre: avian flu risk still low
Vancouver Infectious Diseases Centre: avian flu risk still low
“The B.C. Ministry of Health says a teenager who was infected with H5N1, or avian flu, is still in critical condition after nearly two weeks.”
The B.C. Ministry of Health says a teenager who was infected with H5N1, or avian flu, is still in critical condition after nearly two weeks.
#H5N1#H5N1 Pandemic
·vancouver.citynews.ca·
Vancouver Infectious Diseases Centre: avian flu risk still low
Why a teenager’s bird-flu infection is ringing alarm bells for scientists
Why a teenager’s bird-flu infection is ringing alarm bells for scientists
“Particles of avian influenza (pink) infect a human cell (blue). Early evidence suggests that the virus infecting a person in Canada could have some worrisome mutations.”
Particles of avian influenza (pink) infect a human cell (blue). Early evidence suggests that the virus infecting a person in Canada could have some worrisome mutations.
#H5N1#H5N1 Pandemic
·nature.com·
Why a teenager’s bird-flu infection is ringing alarm bells for scientists
Human Cases of Bird Flu Confirmed to Be Occurring Undetected in The US
Human Cases of Bird Flu Confirmed to Be Occurring Undetected in The US
“Blood samples from 115 dairy workers in Michigan and Colorado reveal cases of the highly pathogenic bird flu have been occurring undetected in humans.”
Blood samples from 115 dairy workers in Michigan and Colorado reveal cases of the highly pathogenic bird flu have been occurring undetected in humans.
#H5N1#H5N1 Pandemic
·sciencealert.com·
Human Cases of Bird Flu Confirmed to Be Occurring Undetected in The US
Bird flu in Canada may have mutated to become more transmissible to humans
Bird flu in Canada may have mutated to become more transmissible to humans
“The teenager hospitalized with bird flu in British Columbia, Canada, may have a variation of the virus that has a mutation making it more transmissible among people, early data shows – a warning of what the virus can do that is especially worrisome in countries such as the US where some H5N1 cases are not being detected.”
The teenager hospitalized with bird flu in British Columbia, Canada, may have a variation of the virus that has a mutation making it more transmissible among people, early data shows – a warning of what the virus can do that is especially worrisome in countries such as the US where some H5N1 cases are not being detected.
#H5N1#H5N1 Pandemic
·theguardian.com·
Bird flu in Canada may have mutated to become more transmissible to humans
⚠️ BREAKING:
⚠️ BREAKING:

November 18, 2024: “California reports 41 new dairy herds infected with H5N1 bird flu, bringing the statewide total to 335.

Over 30% of the state's dairy herds have been confirmed to be infected, according to USDA.”

#H5N1#H5N1 Pandemic
·x.com·
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I hope people realize we are about to have an H5N1 pandemic. The sequence in BC they dumped the data late last night and it shows it’s picked up the necessary mutation needed to be an efficient human host. It’s highly pathogenic, it’s deadly, and it’s now got what it needs to…
I hope people realize we are about to have an H5N1 pandemic. The sequence in BC they dumped the data late last night and it shows it’s picked up the necessary mutation needed to be an efficient human host. It’s highly pathogenic, it’s deadly, and it’s now got what it needs to…
“I hope people realize we are about to have an H5N1 pandemic. The sequence in BC they dumped the data late last night and it shows it’s picked up the necessary mutation needed to be an efficient human host. It’s highly pathogenic, it’s deadly, and it’s now got what it needs to spread among humans. It’s got the same mutation as 1918 Spanish influenza. Brace yourselves.”
#H5N1#Discussion#H5N1 Pandemic#PB2 E627K Sequence in H5N1
·x.com·
I hope people realize we are about to have an H5N1 pandemic. The sequence in BC they dumped the data late last night and it shows it’s picked up the necessary mutation needed to be an efficient human host. It’s highly pathogenic, it’s deadly, and it’s now got what it needs to…