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Coronavirus
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Trump admin. fires USDA staff working on bird flu, immediately backpedals

The Trump administration initially fired frontline responders to the H5N1 bird flu outbreak but later revoked those terminations amidst growing concerns.
Coronavirus
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Vaccinating poultry could help cut soaring egg prices but US remains hesitant

Vaccination against bird flu could help control outbreaks and reduce egg prices, but delays persist due to export concerns and political resistance.
fromWashington Post
2 months ago
US news

USDA tries to reverse mistaken firing of bird flu response workers

USDA aims to reverse recent firings related to bird flu amid rising egg prices and a broader overhaul affecting federal agencies.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
Coronavirus

Bird flu forced 30M chickens to be culled across nine states so far this year

Bird flu has led to the culling of millions of chickens across nine states, significantly impacting egg prices.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago
US news

The USDA fired staffers working on bird flu. Now it's trying to reverse course

The USDA is reversing firings of staff involved in bird flu response due to its growing spread.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Coronavirus

Agriculture Department Moves to Rehire Some Bird Flu Response Workers

The USDA is reversing firings of bird flu response employees amid growing public health concerns.
Termination of key USDA employees has raised alarms over the effectiveness of the response to bird flu.
Coronavirus
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Trump admin. fires USDA staff working on bird flu, immediately backpedals

The Trump administration initially fired frontline responders to the H5N1 bird flu outbreak but later revoked those terminations amidst growing concerns.
Coronavirus
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Vaccinating poultry could help cut soaring egg prices but US remains hesitant

Vaccination against bird flu could help control outbreaks and reduce egg prices, but delays persist due to export concerns and political resistance.
fromWashington Post
2 months ago
US news

USDA tries to reverse mistaken firing of bird flu response workers

USDA aims to reverse recent firings related to bird flu amid rising egg prices and a broader overhaul affecting federal agencies.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
Coronavirus

Bird flu forced 30M chickens to be culled across nine states so far this year

Bird flu has led to the culling of millions of chickens across nine states, significantly impacting egg prices.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago
US news

The USDA fired staffers working on bird flu. Now it's trying to reverse course

The USDA is reversing firings of staff involved in bird flu response due to its growing spread.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Coronavirus

Agriculture Department Moves to Rehire Some Bird Flu Response Workers

The USDA is reversing firings of bird flu response employees amid growing public health concerns.
Termination of key USDA employees has raised alarms over the effectiveness of the response to bird flu.
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#agriculture
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Madrid food

The real reason eggs are more expensive than ever

Rising egg prices in 2025, due to avian flu, have doubled to $6 per dozen, indicating severe supply issues.
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago
Coronavirus

The Bird-Flu Tipping Point

Bird flu management strategies raise concerns about potential harm to bird populations and inadequate government response.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Coronavirus

RFK Jr. Says Maybe We Should Just Let The Bird Flu Run Rampant

Concerns grow over H5N1 bird flu's spread and potential human mutation.
A proposal considers letting the virus infect flocks to identify immune birds, but scientists warn against this.
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago
Coronavirus

RFK Jr.'s Idea for Curing Bird Flu is to Let it Run Rampant First

Allowing bird flu to run through flocks risks mutation of H5N1 virus, representing a dangerous approach to poultry management.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Madrid food

The real reason eggs are more expensive than ever

Rising egg prices in 2025, due to avian flu, have doubled to $6 per dozen, indicating severe supply issues.
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago
Coronavirus

The Bird-Flu Tipping Point

Bird flu management strategies raise concerns about potential harm to bird populations and inadequate government response.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Coronavirus

RFK Jr. Says Maybe We Should Just Let The Bird Flu Run Rampant

Concerns grow over H5N1 bird flu's spread and potential human mutation.
A proposal considers letting the virus infect flocks to identify immune birds, but scientists warn against this.
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago
Coronavirus

RFK Jr.'s Idea for Curing Bird Flu is to Let it Run Rampant First

Allowing bird flu to run through flocks risks mutation of H5N1 virus, representing a dangerous approach to poultry management.
more#agriculture
#egg-prices
Coronavirus
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Are egg producers price gouging during the bird flu outbreak? Experts weigh in

Bird flu is the main cause of soaring egg prices, despite claims of corporate profiteering.
Silicon Valley food
fromSacramento Bee
2 months ago

Bird flu infected California cows. Why didn't milk prices spike like egg costs did?

Bird flu has significantly impacted egg prices, making them soar, but California milk prices remain stable despite dealing with similar outbreaks.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

As Egg Prices Soar, U.S. Looks to Import From Other Countries

The U.S. government is exploring egg imports due to soaring prices and is investing $1 billion to combat bird flu.
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

McDonald's Rejects Egg Surcharges, Offers McMuffin Discount | Entrepreneur

Bird flu outbreak severely impacts egg supply, causing prices to spike.
McDonald's is offering discounted Egg McMuffins instead of raising prices.
Coronavirus
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Are egg producers price gouging during the bird flu outbreak? Experts weigh in

Bird flu is the main cause of soaring egg prices, despite claims of corporate profiteering.
Silicon Valley food
fromSacramento Bee
2 months ago

Bird flu infected California cows. Why didn't milk prices spike like egg costs did?

Bird flu has significantly impacted egg prices, making them soar, but California milk prices remain stable despite dealing with similar outbreaks.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

As Egg Prices Soar, U.S. Looks to Import From Other Countries

The U.S. government is exploring egg imports due to soaring prices and is investing $1 billion to combat bird flu.
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

McDonald's Rejects Egg Surcharges, Offers McMuffin Discount | Entrepreneur

Bird flu outbreak severely impacts egg supply, causing prices to spike.
McDonald's is offering discounted Egg McMuffins instead of raising prices.
more#egg-prices
SF food
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

FDA bird flu testing efforts disrupted by RFK Jr.'s layoffs, officials say

FDA's support for bird flu testing is disrupted due to significant layoffs affecting food safety initiatives.
#public-health
Public health
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Bird Flu Looms as Trump's Mass Firings Unleash Chaos at Public Health Agencies

The U.S. is facing a severe flu season alongside COVID-19 and bird flu, while the CDC faces chaos from mass firings of health workers.
NYC food
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Bird Flu Kills 2 Pet Cats in New York City, Officials Say

Two pet cats in NYC died from bird flu, raising concerns amid its spread.
The immediate threat to humans remains low despite recent infections.
Coronavirus
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Alarm as bird flu now endemic in cows' while Trump cuts staff and funding

The newer H5N1 bird flu variant is now endemic in cows, raising concerns about its spread and the need for intervention.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

First case of bird flu in sheep found on UK farm

The UK's first case of bird flu in sheep has been confirmed, prompting biosecurity measures.
Public health
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Bird Flu Looms as Trump's Mass Firings Unleash Chaos at Public Health Agencies

The U.S. is facing a severe flu season alongside COVID-19 and bird flu, while the CDC faces chaos from mass firings of health workers.
NYC food
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Bird Flu Kills 2 Pet Cats in New York City, Officials Say

Two pet cats in NYC died from bird flu, raising concerns amid its spread.
The immediate threat to humans remains low despite recent infections.
Coronavirus
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Alarm as bird flu now endemic in cows' while Trump cuts staff and funding

The newer H5N1 bird flu variant is now endemic in cows, raising concerns about its spread and the need for intervention.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

First case of bird flu in sheep found on UK farm

The UK's first case of bird flu in sheep has been confirmed, prompting biosecurity measures.
more#public-health
fromFast Company
1 month ago
Europe news

The egg shortage has the U.S. looking to Europe to boost its supply. Here's why that will be tough

The U.S. is seeking egg imports to mitigate a severe shortage and rising prices caused by bird flu.
#h5n1
Coronavirus
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Two people in US hospitalized with bird flu, CDC reports

Recent H5N1 cases in Wyoming and Ohio highlight the severity of the virus and the potential for reassortment during an active flu season.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
US news

How vulnerable might humans be to bird flu? Scientists see hope in existing immunity

Preexisting immunity from seasonal flu may provide some protection against severe bird flu, but population-wide safety is not guaranteed.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Bird flu detected in sheep for the first time in England

Bird flu detected in a sheep in England for the first time, but poses no increased risk to livestock.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago
Coronavirus

The first case of bird flu in sheep means the virus continues to adapt to new hosts

H5N1 bird flu virus has been detected in sheep, indicating its adaptation to new hosts.
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago
SF food

California pet food maker recalls raw chicken meals that might carry bird flu

Savage Pet Food recalls chicken food due to H5N1 risks after cats fall ill.
Initial testing for bird flu returned negative but potential contamination remains a concern.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK news

World's first case of bird flu in sheep detected in England

Bird flu detected in sheep for the first time, but risk to livestock and public deemed low.
Coronavirus
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Two people in US hospitalized with bird flu, CDC reports

Recent H5N1 cases in Wyoming and Ohio highlight the severity of the virus and the potential for reassortment during an active flu season.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
US news

How vulnerable might humans be to bird flu? Scientists see hope in existing immunity

Preexisting immunity from seasonal flu may provide some protection against severe bird flu, but population-wide safety is not guaranteed.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Bird flu detected in sheep for the first time in England

Bird flu detected in a sheep in England for the first time, but poses no increased risk to livestock.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago
Coronavirus

The first case of bird flu in sheep means the virus continues to adapt to new hosts

H5N1 bird flu virus has been detected in sheep, indicating its adaptation to new hosts.
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago
SF food

California pet food maker recalls raw chicken meals that might carry bird flu

Savage Pet Food recalls chicken food due to H5N1 risks after cats fall ill.
Initial testing for bird flu returned negative but potential contamination remains a concern.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK news

World's first case of bird flu in sheep detected in England

Bird flu detected in sheep for the first time, but risk to livestock and public deemed low.
more#h5n1
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Coronavirus

Bird flu has decimated flocks but not at San Diego zoos. Here's how they keep condors, penguins and more safe.

San Diego Zoo and Safari Park are adjusting animal diets as a preventive measure against avian flu, ensuring the health and safety of their animals.
fromWIRED
1 month ago
Coronavirus

How to Protect Your Cats (and Backyard Chickens) From Bird Flu

Leashed walks and secure catios are essential for outdoor safety of pets amid bird flu concerns.
NYC food
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Bird flu kills NYC cats in cases tied to raw cat food

Two NYC cats died from bird flu linked to raw cat food provider Savage Cat Food, prompting health warnings.
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Why are UC Berkeley's falcons missing? Expert sadly fears death from bird flu

Annie the peregrine falcon and her mate Archie have not been seen for two months, likely due to bird flu.
#egg-shortage
NYC food
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

For Savvy New Yorkers, It's All About Cheap Eggs and Where to Find Them

Community dynamics shift in NYC as egg shortages create a new power structure for access to a scarce resource.
Dining
fromCbsnews
2 months ago

Denny's egg surcharge has breakfast chain following Waffle House

Denny's introduces egg surcharge amid nationwide egg shortage caused by bird flu.
NYC food
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

For Savvy New Yorkers, It's All About Cheap Eggs and Where to Find Them

Community dynamics shift in NYC as egg shortages create a new power structure for access to a scarce resource.
Dining
fromCbsnews
2 months ago

Denny's egg surcharge has breakfast chain following Waffle House

Denny's introduces egg surcharge amid nationwide egg shortage caused by bird flu.
more#egg-shortage
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