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Thank you Dr. Rick Bright for explaining this situation so succinctly! If you have a minute, watch the video below. If you have 5, read Kate Kelland's excellent writeup to learn a bit more.

Outbreaks of the #H5N1 strain in US cattle, and a rare case in humans, are an unusual twist for the influenza virus. Read more about the latest on our Eureka Blog: https://okt.to/yOLZuT

A Michigan farmworker who tested positive for bird flu is just the second person to have been infected since an outbreak in US cattle appeared in March. Surveillance of sewage suggests the virus may be more widespread among dairy cows than reported, raising workers’ risk. Academic and industry-run labs have been leading the way toward more nuanced and complete information about the H5N1 virus’s range by analyzing wastewater. They found bird flu in sewage samples collected before the virus had been identified in US cows. They’re seeing signs in cities that are far from infected cattle herds. And they’re already giving the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention better information about where to focus its efforts. Want to know more about what Verily, WastewaterSCAN and Texas Epidemic Public Health Institute (TEPHI) are finding in the sludge? Read more below to get a bird's eye view of the outbreak. (Credit to my reporting partner, Jessica Nix, for the pun...)

Current #AvianInfluenza outbreaks are worrying—but it is not a new disease and different strains have differing consequences. In fact, the virus causing the current outbreaks, H5N1, first emerged in 1996-97 in Hong Kong and later remerged in 2003-04. It has continuously evolved since then and is commonly found in farmed poultry and wild birds around the world. 🗨️ WHO/Europe's Aisling Vaughan explains all you need to know, and what is already in place to control potential outbreaks. Read more 👉 https://bit.ly/4bWMchL

The CDC has issued a warning about a potential increase in bird flu cases. As experts emphasize, being proactive and vigilant is crucial in preventing the spread of this virus. One key tool in our arsenal is swabbing. Swabbing plays a vital role in early detection and monitoring of infectious diseases like bird flu. It helps us identify and isolate the virus quickly, preventing further transmission and ensuring timely treatment. Your safety and health are our top priority! Stay informed and take the necessary precautions. Learn more about the how to swab poultry: https://hubs.la/Q02CJp6B0 Read full article: https://hubs.la/Q02CJq_r0 #PublicHealth #BirdFlu #SwabbingSavesLives #CDCUpdate #StaySafe

Leaf curl disease in papaya is typically caused by a viral infection, such as the Papaya leaf curl virus (PaLCuV). Symptoms include upward curling of leaves, yellowing, and stunted growth. Control measures involve using disease-resistant varieties, controlling insect vectors, and removing infected plants to prevent the spread of the virus. Consult with local agricultural extension services for specific management strategies in your region #papaya #diseasemanagement #agriculture #awarness #linkdinpost #agricultureeducation

#FootandMouthDisease (FMD) is a severe, highly contagious viral disease of livestock that can cause significant economic impact. Although FMD is not transmissible to humans, humans can be a carrier for the disease. FMD is found in all excretions and secretions from infected animals. Infected animals breathe out a large amount of aerosolised virus, which can infect other animals via the respiratory or oral routes. You're a trader and you want to prevent your animals from getting infected with #FootandMouthDisease? A guide to the biosecurity principles you should be following >>

A really insightful guide for preventing Foot and Mouth Disease.

As you go about your business this week, remember that this contagious fungal infection can spread through human or animal contact. Stay informed, stay safe! Follow @MyHospitul for more.👍 #RingwormPrevention #FungallnfectionAwareness #ContagionControl #HygienelsKey #HealthAndWellness #InfectionPrevention

The 4th #human bird flu case has been identified. This one in #Colorado. It's not clear when it was first identified. Human cases are now spread widely across the central #UnitedStates. The scary part is that when new cases are identified, we KNOW that there are also #asymptomatic and mild cases. We haven't even started looking for these in people. Even in highly lethal diseases like #ebola, there are always infected people who do not have any #symptoms. Mary Kekatos ABC News #usa #evolution #virus #hiddensignals #birdflu #avianinfluenza #biosurveillance #serosurveys #serosurveillance #avianflu https://lnkd.in/eb_CDv98