Massachusetts, Bird flu

Bird flu is 'widespread' in Massachusetts, state officials say
Bird flu appears to be widespread in Massachusetts, state health and environmental officials said Wednesday. The Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (MassWildlife), the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) said bird flu -- also known as highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) -- is suspected to be the cause of death in cases of both wild and domestic birds in several Massachusetts municipalities.
Officials: Bird flu spreading in state, but cases still low in Central Mass.
The number of bird flu cases in Central Massachusetts is relatively low, compared to a swath of the state that runs from Greater Boston to Southeastern Massachusetts. That message was delivered Wednesday during a virtual update from state health officials on the highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 virus.
Mass. bird flu outbreak threatens outdoor cats, officials say
Are you a cat owner? Mass. officials say you should be aware of the current bird flu outbreak, and here's why.
‘Widespread’: Avoid handling birds, wildlife with suspected avian flu cases in Mass., officials say
State officials are warning the public to avoid handling birds and other wildlife as suspected avian flu cases are now “widespread” in Massachusetts.
‘It would be devastating’: Bird flu has likely entered Massachusetts
State officials suspect the avian flu has killed dozens of wild birds in Boston, Amherst, and Plymouth, and farmers are stepping up precautions.
State officials: Bird flu ‘widespread’ in Mass., but human risk remains low
The leading message coming from Bay State officials this week was that people and pets should stay away from sick or dead wild birds. And if they see any, they should report their observations to MassWildlife.
Bird flu now ‘widespread' in Massachusetts, officials warn
State environmental and health officials said Wednesday that bird flu is suspected to be the cause of death in cases of both wild and domestic birds in several Massachusetts communities. As a result of these cases,
Egg prices could continue to climb in Massachusetts due to bird flu, with some stores setting limits
The combination of bird flu​ and inflation might drive up egg prices in Massachusetts by another 20% in 2025, according to experts.
Bird flu warnings posted, parks closed in some Massachusetts communities
Several Massachusetts communities are posting warnings or closing public spaces over concerns about bird flu and the recent deaths of several groups of birds.
Bird flu discovered at North Georgia chicken farm
Poultry activity in Georgia is at a stand still, as a statewide suspension has been enacted after cases of bird flu were discovered.
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Massachusetts health officials warn residents: Avoid sick birds, keep cats indoors amid 'widespread' bird flu
Officials said 500 to 1,000 wild bird deaths had been reported around the state, as well as a 30-bird flock of domestic ...
As bird flu keeps egg prices climbing, some stores set limits in Massachusetts
As egg prices continue to climb, some grocery stores in Massachusetts are limiting how many customers can buy.
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US: Bird deaths in Massachusetts due to avian influenza
Massachusetts, United States - A man died Monday in Louisiana after contracting the bird flu virus after being exposed to ...
'Everywhere you look, there’s dead geese and swans.' What we know about bird flu here
But she said the view, sounds, energy and even smell has been different lately as a suspected outbreak of bird flu has caused ...
Snowy owl deaths sadden bird lovers amid growing fears of bird flu
The deaths of two snowy owls, one in RI and one in Massachusetts, has saddened bird watchers and left some wondering if they ...
D.W. Field Park in Brockton is closed due to suspected avian flu outbreak
A potential avian flu outbreak caused the closure of D.W. Field Park in Brockton, a week after more than 60 geese, swans, and ...
2 snowy owls found dead in Rhode Island and Massachusetts
WESTERLY, R.I. (WPRI) — Two snowy owls have been found dead within the past week, one in Rhode Island and the other in ...
Has the bird flu spread across the US? See map as virus continues to wreak havoc
One person infected with the bird flu died in Louisiana on Jan. 6. The patient was over 65 and became ill after contact with ...