Avian Influenza - Mass.gov
Massachusetts has been dealing with an ongoing outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A (HPAI) H5N1 virus since early 2022. The H5N1 virus is affecting wild and domestic bird populations across the country.
Bird flu is now 'widespread' in Massachusetts, officials say - USA …
Jan 30, 2025 · Bird flu is now believed to be widespread in Massachusetts and is likely present even in places where there has not been a confirmed positive, state environmental and health officials said...
State Officials Provide Updated Guidance on Suspected Avian Flu …
Jan 29, 2025 · BOSTON — State environmental and health officials are informing the public that Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1 virus, which rarely infects humans, is suspected to be the cause of death in cases of both wild and domestic birds in …
What you should know about Massachusetts’ largest-ever outbreak of bird flu
Feb 4, 2025 · The current outbreak of the bird flu is the largest Massachusetts has ever seen. It’s now considered widespread, affecting wild birds, poultry farms and — if you’ve noticed the price of eggs at the grocery store — our economy. Beyond its impact on farms and wildlife, bird flu raises questions about potential risks to humans and pets.
Avian flu - Mass.gov
Avian influenza refers to influenza (flu) Type A viruses that are adapted to avians (birds). These viruses occur naturally among wild aquatic birds (such as ducks and geese) worldwide and can infect domestic poultry (like chickens and turkeys) as well as other bird and animal species.
Bird flu is 'widespread' among birds in Massachusetts, state …
Jan 29, 2025 · Bird flu appears to be widespread among birds in Massachusetts, state health and environmental officials said Wednesday.
Bird flu suspected in deaths of six swans in MetroWest
1 day ago · Bird flu is suspected in the deaths of six swans near Mill Pond in Westborough, Massachusetts.There have been no known human cases of bird flu in Massachusetts.Health officials warn if you see a ...
Bird flu now ‘widespread' in Massachusetts, officials warn
Jan 29, 2025 · Dead birds have been discovered across the state, suspected of falling ill with the avian flu virus. "Evidence suggests that [avian flu] is widespread in Massachusetts and is likely present even in places where there has not been a confirmed positive," state officials said in a release Wednesday.
Bird flu now considered ‘widespread’ in Mass., officials say
Jan 29, 2025 · Massachusetts officials announced Wednesday that bird flu is now considered to be “widespread” in the state and urged the public to avoid handling birds or other animals that are dead or appear...
Bird flu suspected in deaths of six swans at Mill Pond in …
1 day ago · Avian flu is spread through a bird’s saliva, nasal secretions and feces, and can be spread to domestic and wild birds. MassWildlife advises people to do the following: