Avian Influenza (BIRD FLU)

Avian Influenza, also known as bird flu, is widespread in wild birds worldwide and is causing outbreaks in poultry and U.S. dairy cows with recent human cases in U.S. dairy workers. Bird flu virus can be passed from wild birds to domestic poultry such as chickens, roosters, ducks, and other animals through feces (droppings) and body fluids. People who have very close contact with infected birds or animals can get infected with bird flu. While the current public health risk is low, the Fresno County Department of Public Health is monitoring the evolving situation closely. For more information, visit the California Department of Public Health, Bird Flu webpage.

 

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Bird Flu Testing for Dairy and Poultry Workers:

Dairy and poultry workers should monitor for bird flu symptoms while working closely with animals infected with bird flu virus, and for 10 days after their last exposure. If such dairy and poultry workers start to feel sick, they should stay away from other people and can contact the Fresno County Communicable Disease Investigation (CDI) Program to coordinate bird flu testing at one of Fresno County’s Rural Mobile Health clinics. The Fresno County Department of Public Health is committed to protecting all personal information provided at Rural Mobile Health events. 

For assistance, contact the CDI program at (559) 600-3332 during regular business hours, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. For after-hours or weekend inquiries, call (559) 600-3111.

Complete the following form: Fresno County H5N1 Avian Flu PPE Request Form or scan the QR code below. For questions or more information about PPE contact MHOAC@fresnocountyca.gov.

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Last Updated: 1/10/2025