CA Dept. of Public Health Distribution of Free H5N1 PPE Extended

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) will make direct shipments of personal protective equipment (safety goggles, face shields, respirators,…

Avian Influenza (H5N1) News

November 15, 2024: Don't Miss this FELS Webinar! Protecting Agricultural Employees from H5N1 November 15, 2024: H5N1 Resources from the Western…

CDC Allocates $10 m. for Flu Vaccines for Livestock Employees

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) announced July 31 it will spend $10 million in federal funds for avian flu response among livestock employees. …

CDC Asks States to Distribute Stockpiled PPE to Dairies

The CDC has issued guidance to prioritize disbursement of PPE to dairies with confirmed or suspect herds. California currently has no known cases…

CDPH Recommendations for Protecting Dairy Employees from H5N1 Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI)

The California Department of Public Heath has issued the following recommendations for protection of dairy employees over the signature of Kristin…