News item on avian influenza - MO, IA, KS mentioned

[Bawkbok]

Good morning all, Wanted to share this news item to make you aware.

https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/missouri-sees-a-surge-in-sick-and-dead-birds-whats-behind-it/

Side note: The Wildlife Bird Sanctuary mentioned in the article does a fantastic job of rehabilitation. If you ever visit the greater St. Louis area, it's worth a visit.

 

[Debbie292d]

Here's a broader take on H5N1 today, also concerning humans and pets.

56 of the 58 cases of bird flu that humans have contracted can be traced to poultry or cattle. It has not been deadly to humans, just to poultry and birds.