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Alert in Cary: Great Horned Owl Found with Bird Flu – Key Facts and Safety Tips

Cary, NC – A great horned owl found in Cary has tested positive for avian influenza, marking a rare instance of this bird species contracting the virus in the area. Veterinary experts and wildlife officials are closely monitoring the situation, concerned about the potential spread among other bird populations. The infected owl was discovered by a local resident who noticed the bird acting unusually lethargic. After being captured by wildlife rehabilitators, it was sent to …

Bird Flu Blamed for Mass Deaths of Wild Birds Across Southern Michigan, State Wildlife Officials Urge Caution

LANSING, Mich. — State wildlife officials have reported a suspected outbreak of bird flu in southern Michigan, believed to be responsible for the deaths of hundreds of wild birds throughout the region. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) attributes these fatalities to the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), with over 300 wild birds discovered deceased across five counties since the beginning of the year. Concerns among local residents have escalated, with discoveries of dead …

Mysterious Bird Deaths at Lake Michigan Spur Health Concerns, Bird Flu Suspected Amid Regional Outbreak

Whiting, Ind. — A troubling occurrence on the shores of Lake Michigan has prompted swift action from Indiana wildlife officials as dozens of dead ducks were discovered washed up along Whihala Beach in Whiting this week. Concerns are mounting that the bird fatalities may be linked to the avian influenza virus, a highly contagious disease among birds. The area caught attention as more than 40 deceased ducks, many frozen in the ice, were found scattered …

Bird Flu Outbreak Suspected in Deaths of Multiple Wild Birds Across New Jersey

Trenton, NJ – Officials in New Jersey are investigating the deaths of several wild birds across four counties, suspecting that a bird flu outbreak could be responsible. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s Fish and Wildlife division alerted hunters last week about the discovery of multiple deceased birds, including snow geese, Canada geese, and hawks, showing presumptive positive results for avian influenza. The birds were recovered in Warren, Middlesex, Morris, and Sussex counties, raising …

Deadly Bird Flu Strikes Domestic Cats Through Contaminated Raw Pet Food; Multiple States Issue Recalls

Portland, Oregon — A significant health alert has been issued for pet owners after highly pathogenic avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, was found in raw pet food products, leading to multiple cat illnesses and one confirmed death. The outbreak has sparked a series of investigations and recalls as public health officials urge caution among owners feeding their pets raw diets. The first incident involved the Portland-based Northwest Naturals, which initiated a voluntary recall …

Voluntary Recall Initiated After Bird Flu Detected in Raw Pet Food Linked to Multiple Cat Fatalities

Schaumburg, IL – A series of cat deaths has prompted a voluntary recall of raw pet food suspected to be contaminated with bird flu, as confirmed by the American Veterinary Medical Association. The decision comes after intense scrutiny and adherence to health concerns relating to avian influenza, a harmful virus with potential to affect multiple species. Investigators linked the contaminated food to sick cats in multiple households. Preliminary investigations hinted at the raw food as …

Raw Milk Debate Intensifies as Bird Flu Concerns Grow

Los Angeles, California – A recent debate has emerged surrounding the safety of consuming raw milk following reports of bird flu-infected cows potentially contaminating the milk supply. The issue has gained attention from various perspectives, with some advocating for caution while others downplay the risks associated with drinking raw milk. Researchers from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities conducted a study confirming that mice fed with raw milk contaminated with the H5N1 virus, also known …