Frequently Asked Questions
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Questions about the basics of bird flu
Questions about the science of bird flu
Questions about protecting yoruself against bird flu
Questions about bird flu in animals
Questions about food safety
General FAQs
Can bird flu infect humans?
How can I keep up to date on the bird flu situation?
Why is bird flu a big deal?
How do you test for bird flu?
Are there vaccines for bird flu?
How do I spot dis/misinformation?
What is bird flu surveillance?
What is bird flu?
What are the symptoms of bird flu?
Is bird flu a pandemic?
Who is most at-risk for bird flu?
How does bird flu spread?
Science FAQs
What is the H and N in bird flu name?
What are the types of influenza?
What is reassortment?
What is HPAI?
What is a flu variant?
What is a mutation?
What is RNA?
Personal Protections
FAQs
Where can I get PPE?
Should I get my flu vaccine?
If I test positive for Flu A, will I know if it's bird flu?
What do I do if I get sick?
How do I limit my chance of getting bird flu?
Animal FAQs
Are animals other than birds at risk of bird flu?
How do I reduce the chances of my pets getting bird flu?
Why are cats so susceptible to bird flu?
Can my cat sit on a screened in porch? Or by a window?
What should I do if I find a sick or dead wild bird?
Can my pets get bird flu from bird poop?
Is it okay to let my cat outside?
Food Safety FAQs
Are eggs, dairy, and meat safe to eat?
What is pasteurization?
Why are egg prices increasing but chicken prices are not?
How do I make sure my meat is cooked properly?
Are thermized cheeses safe to eat?