Avian influenza, which recently reached a new alert level in the United States, is not just a health emergency, it’s an opportunity for deep reflection on our vulnerabilities.

Scientists found that a moderate dose of MEDI8852, an antibody therapy, effectively protected monkeys against severe H5N1 avian flu.

Egg-centric businesses such as delis, diners and bagel shops may soon be passing on egg price increases to their customers.

Are eggs safe to eat amid the current avian flu outbreak? Have people in the U.S. contracted bird flu? We VERIFY the answers to common questions.

The virus was reported in a commercial flock of ducks. It’s the first time the subtype has been detected in the United States ...

European agencies call for better preparedness and greater information sharing on avian flu as they identify new mutations ...

If you find a dead bird (wild waterfowl or domestic poultry), avoid contact. To report dead wild waterfowl or domestic poultry, call 617-626-1795 or online at mass.gov/reportbirds. Other types of ...