What to know
This page includes resources for specific groups of people who may be in contact with infected or potentially infected birds, dairy cows, or other animals, and who may be at risk for exposure to bird flu.
People with Backyard Birds/Poultry
Take the following actions if birds in your flock have avian influenza (bird flu).
Tips for keeping backyard poultry and people healthy.
Working with Infected Birds or Other Animals
This page outlines CDC’s recommendations for preventing exposure to avian influenza viruses.
Learn about H5N1 bird flu exposure levels and how to protect workers.
Learn about H5N1 bird flu exposure levels and how to protect workers.
Learn about how to protect yourself against H5N1 bird flu in the workplace.
Guidance for Veterinarians
This page provides considerations for veterinarians related to H5N1 bird flu in cats
This page outlines CDC’s recommendations for preventing exposure to avian influenza viruses.
Learn about H5N1 bird flu exposure levels and how to protect workers.
Facilitate connections and ongoing talks between dairy vets and public/animal health officials.
Agricultural Fair Organizers & Exhibitors
Agricultural fair and livestock exhibition organizers: Take action to protect visitors & livestock.
Agricultural fair and livestock exhibition organizers: Take action to protect visitors & livestock.
This page outlines CDC’s recommendations for preventing exposure to avian influenza viruses.
Learn about H5N1 bird flu exposure levels and how to protect workers.
Stay home if you are sick with flu-like illness. Wash your hands often with soap and running water a...
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State and Local Public Health Agencies
Surveillance activities aimed at identifying possible spread of bird flu among people.
This page outlines CDC’s recommendations for preventing exposure to avian influenza viruses.
Learn about H5N1 bird flu exposure levels and how to protect workers.
Key Resources
HPAI A(H5N1) virus is widespread in wild birds worldwide and is causing outbreaks in poultry and U.S
Information for responders to bird flu outbreaks
People recently exposed to bird flu viruses should self-monitor for symptoms after exposure.
Learn about H5N1 bird flu exposure levels and how to protect workers.
Content Source
National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (NCIRD)
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Published: June 12, 2024
Updated: March 25, 2025
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Reviewed: March 26, 2025
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