Bird flu has reached Austin's wildlife. Here's what you need to know.
One U.S. person, a Louisiana resident, has died after contracting bird flu since the beginning of 2024. There have been around 950 confirmed cases of bird flu in humans internationally since 2003, and around half those people have died, according to World Health Organization data.
Bird Flu Detected in Local Wild Bird, Prompting Public Health Advisory
Bird flu is detected in a wild bird in Austin-Travis County, leading to Austin Public Health issuing guidelines to prevent the spread among humans and animals.
Health advisory issued for bird flu as ducks in Arboretum pond test positive
The best way to avoid exposure to the highly pathogenic avian influenza is to not come in contact with infected animals. On Thursday, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department said the birds that tested positive for bird flu were multiple domestic ducks in ponds at the Arboretum shopping center.
Bird flu found in dead bird in Travis County, health officials say
Austin health officials confirm bird flu in a dead bird in Travis County, urging caution around sick or dead animals.
Texas officials say dead birds found in early January tested positive for bird flu
Texas officials on Wednesday confirmed several dead birds that were discovered earlier this month near Austin tested positive for bird flu.
Health advisory issued as wild bird in North Austin tests positive for bird flu
A dead wild bird found in North Austin this month has tested positive for bird flu, Austin Public Health and the Texas Department of State Health Services confirm. Austin Public Health has issued a public health advisory to remind people who work with or have contact with wild birds,
Bird flu detected in dead waterfowl found in north Austin
Austin Public Health said Wednesday afternoon that a local veterinary lab examined dead birds found in north Austin and detected bird flu, according to a press release.
Bird flu in Northwest Austin
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