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Avian Flu
Avian influenza refers to the disease caused by infection with avian (bird) influenza (flu) Type A viruses. These viruses occur naturally among wild aquatic birds worldwide and can infect domestic poultry and other bird and animal species. Avian flu viruses do not normally infect humans. However, sporadic human infections with avian flu viruses have occurred.
What's New?
- H5N1 Bird Flu: Current Situation Summary
- CDC FluView Interactive for Novel Flu A
- CDC Health Alert Network - Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A(H5N1) Virus: Identification of Human Infection and Recommendations for Investigations and Response (04/05/24)
Downloads
- Health Information for People in Contact with Birds That May Have Avian Influenza (ADPH) - also available en Español
- How Infected Poultry Could Spread Bird Flu to People
- Avian Influenza Presentation - General Public
Resources
- Interim Recommendations for Prevention, Monitoring, and Public Health Investigations
- Avian Influenza in Birds
- Avian Influenza in Humans
- Influenza Type A Viruses
Additional information is available from the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industry.
You may also find useful information from the Alabama A&M and Auburn University Extension.
Page last updated: April 9, 2024