Highly pathogenic avian influenza, or HPAI, is beginning to spread in parts of Missouri. As a result, the Missouri Department of Agriculture has suspended all poultry and waterfowl auctions, shows, and swap meets in counties that are impacted by HPAI. So far, the...
Missouri’s first human case of avian influenza, or H5 bird flu, has been confirmed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The patient, who has recovered from the virus, reported no exposure to animals. State epidemiologist, Dr. George Turabelidze, told...
Missouri’s first human case of avian influenza, or H5 bird flu, has been confirmed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services says the unidentified patient who tested positive also has underlying medical...
Cattle producers are cautiously watching the situation unfold regarding dairy cattle being infected with avian influenza. According to Brownfield Ag News, the virus has been detected in dairy cows in nine states, including neighboring Kansas. Missouri has avoided...