Avian Influenza

Avian Influenza

Study confirms mammal-to-mammal H5N1 spread

A new Cornell University study provides evidence that a spillover of avian influenza from birds to dairy cattle across several U.S. states has now led to mammal-to-mammal transmission – between cows and from cows to cats and a raccoon.

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Colorado to require H5N1 testing of dairy operations

The Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) will require dairy cow operations to test for H5N1, the Commissioner of Agriculture said in an order issued July 22.

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More H5N1 cases reported in Colorado poultry, people

Government agencies report six confirmed cases and one presumed positive case of H5N1 in poultry workers in Weld County, while another commercial flock is affected by the virus.

Dairy Cow Health & Disease

Oklahoma confirms H5N1 in dairy herd

Oklahoma has become the 13th state with a confirmed case of H5N1 in its dairy herd, according to the state’s Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry.

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H5N1 confirmed in at least 4 poultry workers

A fifth potential case in Colorado awaits confirmation by the CDC.

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Dairy industry wasn’t prepared for H5N1 to infect cows

Industry experts say collaboration across disciplines has helped dairy producers respond since the first H5N1 infections in cattle were confirmed in March.

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Officials identify 4th dairy farm worker infected with H5N1 virus

A dairy farm worker in Colorado has become the fourth known case of H5N1 in humans with exposure to cattle infected with the virus.

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Study: H5N1 stable on milking equipment for at least 1 hour

H5N1 virus in unpasteurized milk is stable on metal and rubber components of commercial milking equipment for at least one hour, report researchers from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and Emory University.

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Iowa delegation presses USDA for more action on H5N1

Preventing and mitigating animal disease is a team effort, Sen. Joni Ernst said.

Dairy Cow Health & Disease

Dairy producers affected by H5N1 can apply for assistance

USDA will begin accepting applications for Expanded Emergency Livestock Assistance Program to help dairy producers offset milk loss due to H5N1.

Dairy Cow Health & Disease

USDA: Spread of H5N1 likely due to animal movement

Meanwhile, in Minnesota, all lactating cows must be tested before attending any exhibition in the state.

Dairy Cow Health & Disease

Wyoming dairy herd tests positive for H5N1

This first confirmed case in Wyoming makes it the 12th state with an affected dairy herd.

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