Avian Influenza
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Since 2022, avian influenza has led to the culling of about 160 million laying hens in the United States.
Over the past few years, US retail egg prices have swung sharply, as avian flu outbreaks led to large-scale culling of laying hens, supply plummeted and prices soared.
Every recorded human influenza pandemic has been linked to some strain of avian influenza.
Human cases of avian influenza infection remain relatively rare, requiring vigilance but not panic.
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Since 2022, avian influenza has led to the culling of about 160 million laying hens in the United States.
50%UnverifiedOver the past few years, US retail egg prices have swung sharply, as avian flu outbreaks led to large-scale culling of laying hens, supply plummeted and prices soared.
50%UnverifiedEvery recorded human influenza pandemic has been linked to some strain of avian influenza.
50%UnverifiedHuman cases of avian influenza infection remain relatively rare, requiring vigilance but not panic.
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