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Reports of bird flu in farm animals raise concerns about the virus

By Will Stone

Published November 5, 2025 at 4:44 AM EST

Cases of bird flu have been reported in farm animals across the country. While there are no human cases, some are concerned the shutdown and cuts to federal resources have us flying in the dark.

Will Stone

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