1 day ago · Bird flu is striking chickens across the country, causing shortages and pushing up prices at retailers and restaurants. Last week, one of the nation’s largest egg producers said that hens at one ...

15 hours ago · Cooking eggs until they are firm and fully set, with an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, kills avian influenza viruses, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Jan 29, 2025 · The ongoing bird flu outbreak is driving up egg prices, which had led to a nationwide shortage. When buying eggs, choose only refrigerated eggs and refrigerate them immediately once they are ...

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) is a disease that is highly contagious and often deadly in poultry, caused by highly pathogenic avian influenza A (H5) and A (H7) viruses; it is...

Dec 31, 2024 · Cooking poultry and eggs to an internal temperature of 165˚F kills bacteria and viruses, including avian influenza A viruses. People should separate uncooked (raw) poultry from cooked foods and foods that won't be cooked.

Jan 7, 2025 · It is possible to contract bird flu from eating eggs laid by infected hens—but the actual risk to the public of getting bird flu from eggs is low. In its current form, bird flu infects humans...

Jan 10, 2025 · In recent years, another nasty bug has been afflicting poultry and, in turn, egg production. A type of highly pathogenic avian influenza known as H5N1 has been circulating in wild birds and...

Apr 4, 2024 · The USDA says bird flu "cannot be transmitted through properly cooked eggs." What does that mean exactly? Are over-easy or sunny side up eggs unsafe?

Apr 23, 2024 · There is no evidence that people can get bird flu from food that’s been properly prepared and cooked, and it is safe to eat eggs, chicken and beef, and drink pasteurized milk, experts say.

Apr 5, 2024 · Experts say you're unlikely to contract the virus from eating eggs or chicken, but taking precautions is a good idea.