Date: 10/31/25 9:11 am From: Edge Wade <1edgewade...> Subject: Bird Flu in Missouri
This is from an MDC News Release today:
MDC is investigating numerous reports of sick and dead waterfowl across
Missouri.
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is actively monitoring
reports of sick and dead waterfowl, such as geese and ducks, and raptors
across the state. Testing of these birds has confirmed the cause to be
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), or “bird flu.”
Avian influenza spreads among birds through contact with infected feces,
saliva, or nasal discharges. Migratory birds traveling along North American
flyways can carry the virus and it can move between wild birds and domestic
poultry. Symptoms to look for in sick birds include tremors, head tilting,
lethargy, loss of coordination, inability to fly or walk properly, or
trouble standing upright.
While the risk from HPAI to the general public remains low, sporadic human
infections have occurred usually after close exposure. MDC encourages
hunters and others to take precautions:
HPAI infections in humans are rare. Contact a healthcare provider if
experiencing any unusual symptoms of possible infection, such as eye
redness, respiratory problems, and fever. It is safe to eat properly
handled and cooked poultry. Cooking meat to an internal temperature of
165°F, helps destroy the virus if present.
Edge Wade
Columbia
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