Bird Flu Alert: Who Is at Risk and How to Protect Yourself from Avian Flu Transmission

Bird Flu Alert: Who Is at Risk and How to Protect Yourself from Avian Flu Transmission

Published: November 24, 2025

Duration: 3:01

Bird Flu Risk? Avian Flu & You, Explained

Welcome to Bird Flu Risk? Avian Flu & You, Explained. I’m your host, and today we’re breaking down your personal risk for avian flu, also known as bird flu. Let’s get right to it.

Avian flu is a virus that mainly affects birds, but it can sometimes spread to people. The current risk to most of us is low, but it’s not zero. According to the CDC, there have been just over 70 human cases in the U.S. since 2024, mostly among people who work with infected animals...
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