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Avian Flu

Avian influenza is caused by a virus that exists naturally in wild birds. Wild birds often do not become sick, but they carry the virus and can pass it on to non-wild birds, such as chickens, turkeys, and ducks (fowl), which can become very sick and die.

 

NH DHHS Resources

  • Avian Influenza Fact Sheet (NH DHHS)
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How Infected Backyard Poultry Could Spread Bird Flu to People (CDC)

What we are watching:

  • 2022 Confirmations of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in Commercial and Backyard Flocks
  • Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A(H5N1) Virus: Recommendations for Human Health Investigations and Response
  • USDA Confirms Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in a Non-Commercial Backyard Flock (Non-Poultry) in New Hampshire

USDA Resources

  • Defend the Flock Program
  • Detections of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
  • Distribution of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in North America

CDC Resources

  • Avian Influenza in Birds
  • Avian Influenza: Information for Health Professionals and Laboratorians
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