Georgia, bird flu

All poultry activities suspended in Georgia after bird flu confirmed in a commercial operation
All poultry activities have been suspended in Georgia after bird flu was confirmed in a commercial poultry operation, officials said Friday.
Bird flu found in Georgia commercial poultry plant, a first for nation's leading producer
Georgia is the nation's largest poultry producing state. Last week, bird flu was found for the first time in a commercial poultry plant in the state.
Are eggs and poultry products in Georgia safe to eat amid the spread of bird flu?
Here’s what consumers needs to know about buying eggs and poultry as the bird flu spreads. Plus, see what Georgia’s Department of Agriculture is doing about the outbreak.
Bird flu detected in commercial poultry flock in Georgia, officials say
Bird flu has been detected in a commercial poultry flock in Georgia for the first time since the current outbreak began in 2022, officials say.
Bird Flu Found in Georgia Commercial Poultry for First Time
HealthDay News — For the first time, bird flu has been detected in a commercial poultry flock in Georgia. The case — confirmed in Elbert County by the Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service — involves the H5N1 strain of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI).
Your chances of getting bird flu in Georgia are low but here are some ways to stay safe
Unless you work in agriculture, your chances of exposure to bird flu in Georgia are low, but here are a few ways to stay safe.
Bird flu: Are eggs still safe to eat?
Bird flu is leading to major egg shortages and price hikes at supermarkets. Here's what experts say about whether it's still safe to eat eggs — assuming you can find them!
Buying Eggs During the Bird Flu Outbreak? Here's What You Should Know
The ongoing bird flu outbreak is driving up egg prices, which had led to a nationwide shortage. When buying eggs, choose only refrigerated eggs and refrigerate them immediately once they are brought home.
NW GA school district closed for deep cleaning due to norovirus, flu
POLK COUNTY, Ga. — A Georgia school district will be closed on Friday as they are taking preventative measures due to the ...
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Bird flu confirmed in 3 Georgia flocks. What is the danger? Here's what to know
Georgia has reported cases of bird flu in three flocks. Here's a closer look at the virus, where it is, and how dangerous it ...
Bird flu found in a Georgia commercial flock for the 1st time amid the nationwide outbreak
For the first time since the 2022 countrywide outbreak, bird flu hit a poultry producer in Georgia, the nation's top state ...
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State, local experts break down bird flu impact in Georgia
The Georgia poultry industry is facing a threat known as bird flu, after the Georgia Department of Agriculture confirmed a ...
State epidemiologist: Georgia reaches peak flu season as cases rise
Georgia’s flu season hits its peak, says State Epidemiologist Cherie Drenzek, with high activity and rising cases among adults 25-49. Vaccination urged statewide.
Egg prices likely to stay high for a while, Georgia Poultry Federation says
ATLANTA — The president of the Georgia Poultry Federation says until the supply of eggs rebounds, the cost may remain high ...
Bird flu is now considered 'widespread' in Massachusetts as outbreaks spread, officials warn
Bird flu is now believed to be widespread in Massachusetts and is likely present even in places where there has not been a ...
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Bird flu detected on Georgia farm | Agriculture Commissioner assures poultry, eggs are safe
ELBERTON, Ga. — The first confirmed case of bird flu in a commercial poultry flock in Georgia has been reported at a ...