Bird flu and the egg shortage: Epidemiologist shares what you should know to stay healthy
Can't find eggs at your local grocery store? You're not alone. The recent H5N1 bird flu has led to the culling of millions of egg-laying chickens, leading to higher egg prices and egg shortages across the nation.
Are eggs safe to eat as bird flu spreads? Food to eat and avoid
So, the CDC says if eggs are cooked properly, they are safe to eat. This means cooking eggs to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit, which kills bacteria and viruses, including bird flu.
Can you get bird flu from eating chicken or eggs? What to know about how avian flu spreads
The risk of bird flu to humans is low, but eating undercooked eggs or chicken could increase your chances of exposure to infection and germs.
Are eggs safe to eat? Kent State expert answers your questions about bird flu
Q&A: From people avoiding wild birds to farmers protecting their animals, Kent State epidemiologist Dr. Tara Smith shares tips on bird flu prevention.
Are eggs and milk still safe amid bird flu outbreak? Here's what you need to know
As bird flu spreads in the United States, are there are any risks of the virus from drinking milk or eating eggs? Here's what you need to know, according to experts.
Are Eggs Safe to Eat amid the Bird Flu Outbreak? Plus, Alternatives to Try as They Remain in Short Supply
Millions of egg-laying hens have been lost due to the bird flu, causing egg production to slow and prices to skyrocket
With Bird Flu Cases Reaching Record Highs, Is It Safe to Eat Eggs?
That said, the cost of eggs isn't the only issue at stake with an avian flu epidemic: There are a lot of questions about whether eating eggs can get you sick amid the outbreak. Is
Sixth case of bird flu reported in Maryland as nation sees rising egg prices
Six cases of bird flu have been reported in Maryland, as of Feb. 2, according to the Department of Agriculture (MDA).
‘Here’s the bad news’: Expert shares which eggs to buy if you’re concerned about bird flu
On the flip side, Dr. Simpson there is a way to prevent this. “The good news is that most of the time, chickens show that they have symptoms before they even lay an egg,” he reveals. “They get sick, ...
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‘How do we protect our poultry flocks?’ Texas dairy, poultry producers grapple with bird flu
LUBBOCK — Just as quickly as the bird flu is spreading, the virus is changing. Nearly three years ago, a flock of ...
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Can The Bird Flu Be Transmitted Through Eggs, Dairy, Or Poultry? A Food Safety Expert Explains
After months of more mild cases, the bird flu ... is currently testing all milk in the country for bird flu. Wu stresses that you’re fine to keep eating eggs, dairy, and poultry as long ...
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Can you get bird flu from eating chicken and eggs? What to know about the risk from food
Bird flu seems to be ramping up — the US announced its first human death this week, and the highly contagious virus has spread to all ... cases of bird flu transmission from eating chicken ...
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Can Bird Flu be transmitted through eggs, dairy, or poultry? A food safety expert explains
After months of more mild cases, the bird flu ... is currently testing all milk in the country for bird flu. Wu stresses that you’re fine to keep eating eggs, dairy, and poultry as long ...