Jeremy Oaten

Final update on human avian influenza case in B.C. An extensive, multi-agency public-health investigation into an avian influenza case involving a B.C. teenager has identified no additional cases nor evidence of human-to-human transmission.

The latest on the human #H5N1 case in British Columbia. Individual remains in critical condition and all tests from the investigation have been negative. Good and bad news - no other cases found, but still no definitive source of the infection.

That is certainly a potential solution, though its implementation and acceptance are complex. While such a transition is worth exploring, we also need to focus on practical measures that can be implemented now to address the immediate challenges.

America’s Alarming Bird-Flu Strategy: Hope for the Best Two virology professors discuss the lackluster response to an increasingly concerning outbreak.

As #H5N1 bird flu spreads, finding a path forward that safeguards public health and sustains farming communities is more important than ever. Collaboration and innovative solutions are needed.

America, before and after vaccines

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Grocers report egg shortage ahead of holidays amid surging bird flu Avian influenza has affected more than 108 million poultry in 48 states since 2022, lifting prices and diminishing supply.

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'Emotional time' for B.C. poultry farmers who have to cull thousands of birds Mark Siemens is a third-generation egg farmer in B.C.'s Fraser Valley and he recalls his grandfather sharing a story about fighting an unknown disease that raced through the farm decades ago, forcing ...

This is the third consecutive winter in British Columbia that has resulted in devastating #H5N1 infections in the commercial poultry industry. The mental health toll on the farmers in BC's Fraser Valley is undoubtedly heavy - as this article highlights.

SITREP on H5N1 🧵

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Third case of wasting disease found in B.C. deer | Globalnews.ca A new case of chronic wasting disease, an incurable illness that has the potential to decimate deer populations, has been identified in British Columbia.

“There is no direct evidence the disease can be transmitted to humans, but Health Canada recommends people do not eat meat from an infected animal, since cooking is not able to destroy the abnormal protein that causes the illness.” globalnews.ca/news/1088237... - Global BC

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Why scientists are worried about three unusual cases of #H5N1 #birdflu in North America YouTube video by STAT

Very informative new short video on three H5N1 cases that are causing concern - feat. @helenbranswell.bsky.social h/t @annayeo.bsky.social @statnews.bsky.social youtube.com/shorts/i4frp...