What you need to know about bird flu. Public health experts are closely watching avian influenza, which has affected chickens ...

Bird flu, also called avian influenza, is a virus that primarily impacts poultry flocks. It is usually passed onto them by migratory birds. The virus can cause birds to be lethargic, and suffer from ...

The FDA recommends to keep raw poultry and eggs away from other foods to avoid cross-contamination. Retail market eggs are safe to eat, but the FDA recommends to avoid using cracked eggs. Multiple ...

Here are ways to help our feathered friends during bird flu season, and help slow spread of salmonella at feeders, bird baths ...

Since 2022, there have been 67 total human cases of bird flu, according to the CDC, with 66 of those occurring in 2024. The CDC recommends that people avoid direct contact with wild birds or other ...

So, the CDC says if eggs are cooked properly, they are safe to eat. This means cooking eggs to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit, which kills bacteria and viruses, including bird flu.

Feeding wild birds is a popular hobby globally, but it presents invisible disease risks to the very birds that we are feeding — but there are ways to safeguard their health. Adult male European ...

Pet owners probably shouldn't be afraid their cats will give them bird flu but taking precautions is good for pets ...

Both cats and dogs can contract the virus, but cats are at higher risk for severe illness. We asked an expert what you can do ...

The current bird flu outbreak is sweeping through both wild and domestic birds throughout the U.S., but cats and, to a certain extent, dogs are vulnerable as well. Certain types of pet food ...