Welcome to "Bird Flu Update: US H5N1 News Now." Today, we're discussing the latest developments on bird flu in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports 70 confirmed human H5N1 cases since 2024, with exposures mainly linked to dairy herds and poultry farms.

In recent weeks, the US Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has confirmed H5N1 outbreaks in 18 states, affecting over 4.4 million birds in commercial and backyard flocks. Notably, two large commercial turkey farms in Minnesota have been affected, with significant bird losses.

The CDC has streamlined H5N1 updates, now integrating them with routine influenza data, reflecting the evolving public health situation. The USDA has increased surveillance in wild birds and expanded protection measures for poultry and livestock.

While researchers continue to monitor the situation closely, the general public should remain vigilant about potential risks, especially around poultry or wild birds. For more information, visit the CDC and USDA websites.

Compared to previous weeks, the uptick in H5N1 activity signals an active avian influenza season, with Midwest and South states being most affected.

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