New H5N1 Cases Confirmed
USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service has reported three more cases of H5N1 in dairy herds. Two of these outbreaks are in Michigan and one is in Idaho. There are now 49 total cases in nine states.
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Federal Relief on the Way for Dairy Farmers
There’s financial support coming for dairy farmers dealing with H5N1 in their cattle. That includes reimbursements for veterinarian costs associated with the virus. "We're going to provide funding for heat treatment to dispose of milk in a bio-secure fashion," said…
H5N1 Surveillance Continues
The health risk to people from H5N1 or avian influenza is extremely low. In a webinar hosted by the World Health Organization, WHO Infectious Disease Epidemiologist Dr. Maria Van Kerkkove said the work is continuing on the consequences from H5N1. "We're not…
Ground Beef Termed Safe From Avian Influenza
USDA tested ground beef for the H5N1 virus and all samples were negative. The samples came from supermarkets in states with dairy cattle that tested positive for avian influenza. USDA will conduct additional tests.
Mandatory Testing Takes Effect Today
In response to the threat of H5N1 Avian Influenza, USDA is taking action to protect the U.S. livestock industry. A negative test is needed before the interstate movement of dairy cattle. If cattle test positive, animal movement will be traced.…
USDA Takes Proactive Step to Limit H5N1 Threat
In response to the threat of H5N1 Avian Influenza, USDA is taking action to protect the U.S. livestock industry. As of Monday, a negative test is needed before the interstate movement of dairy cattle. If cattle test positive, animal movement…
