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Influenza A (H5N1) of avian origin in domestic livestock in the USA

Preliminary and updated outbreak assessments for influenza A (H5N1) of avian origin in domestic livestock in the USA.

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15 August 2024: Avian influenza A (H5N1) in domestic livestock in the USA

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25 April 2024: Avian influenza A (H5N1) in domestic livestock in the USA

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Preliminary and updated outbreak assessments for avian influenza A in domestic livestock in the USA.

We monitor any major, notifiable or new and emerging animal disease outbreaks worldwide. When we become aware of a new animal disease outbreak in the UK or another country, we may carry out a preliminary outbreak assessment.

Read our avian influenza (bird flu) detailed guidance for information about how to spot the disease, what to do if you suspect it and measures to prevent it.

Updates to this page

Published 29 April 2024
Last updated 28 August 2024 + show all updates
  1. Added the latest outbreak assessment for 15 August 2024: Avian influenza A (H5N1) in domestic livestock in the USA.

  2. First published.

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