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Bird Flu

Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) in Poultry

USDA has confirmed Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in the U.S.

Since December 2014, highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has been found in poultry and wild birds in the U.S. All poultry owners need to be on the lookout for signs of HPAI and use good biosecurity practices to protect their birds. There is no immediate public health concern from the viruses.

For more information:

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Alert in the US

Avian Influenza Local Update 2015

Last updated June 1, 2015

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