Latest Bird Flu News

Climate change devastating wildlife.
Saturday August 18th 2007, 2:00 pm

The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) says climate change is to blame for increasing conflicts between humans and wildlife across East Africa, and is heightening the risk that animal diseases will spread. [News Source]

After recalls, federal plan to target tainted imports.
Saturday August 18th 2007, 2:00 pm

The Bush administration is planning to call in customs officers to help overwhelmed health inspectors protect Americans from tainted imports of food, toys and other consumer goods. [News Source]

Game Commission News: PGC reports avian influenza info on website (The Sentinel)
Saturday August 18th 2007, 2:11 am

As hunters prepare for waterfowl and migratory game bird seasons, the Pennsylvania Game Commission urges hunters to review information posted on its website (www.pgc.state.pa.us) about avian influenza and wild birds. The information can be accessed by selecting “Avian Influenza” in the “Quick Clicks” box in the upper right corner of the agency s homepage. [News Source]