Authorities in Washinton County have confirmed the tragic passing of a house cat following exposure to the highly contagious avian influenza virus. The confirmation came after the feline exhibited noticeable symptoms consistent with the illness. Officials urge residents to remain vigilant and take precautionary measures to protect both humans and a
Egg Costs Soar Under Bird Flu Pressure
Bird flu outbreaks across the nation have a dramatic impact on the supply of eggs. Consumers are now facing sharply higher prices at the grocery store as farmers struggle the industry. The highly contagious H5N1 virus has decimated millions of laying hens, resulting in a major gap in egg production. This situation is expected to persist for the for