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Science reporter Emily Anthes discusses the severe bird flu outbreak in the US, its spread to new species, and faults in the federal response. The podcast explores the impact on egg prices, concerns over the virus mutating, and its potential threat to humans. It also touches on the virus spreading to wild animals like seals and penguins, highlighting the need for vigilance and monitoring in remote locations.
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- The bird flu outbreak is spreading to new places and species, including livestock like cows, posing unprecedented challenges.
- The virus adapting and spreading among mammals heightens the risk of evolving into a more dangerous form for humans, emphasizing the need for vigilant monitoring.
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The Spread of Bird Flu and its Impact
The bird flu outbreak, the worst in US history, is causing significant concerns as it spreads to new places and species. Wild birds, carriers of the virus, can transmit it to domestic poultry, resulting in mass bird deaths. Traditional responses involve culling infected birds to prevent further spread. The new H5N1 strain, more contagious and fatal, has now reached livestock, particularly cows, posing unprecedented challenges.
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