Avian Influenza Outbreaks
Outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza A (H5N1) associated with illness and death in humans have occurred in Asia since late 2003. In the United States, different avian influenza viruses caused outbreaks among poultry in 2003 and 2004, and one human infection in 2003.
- Current Situation
Information about recent outbreaks of H5N1 avian flu throughout the world
- Past Outbreaks
Information about North American outbreaks of other strains of avian flu
- Embargo of Birds
Notice of embargo, questions & answers…
- Quarantine Executive Order
From the White House
- Quarantine Executive Order Q & A
What is CDC’s quarantine authority? Why is an Executive Order necessary?…