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What is Avian Flu? Communities are working to prepare for the day when human-to-human spread of avian flu virus occurs easily, including securing funding for technology, preparedness plans, health surveillance, and vaccines. Vaccine manufacturers are researching ways to get shots to every man, woman, and child in the United States. Here Here Chronology of Events Related to the Hong Kong Avian Influenza Outbreak In February through April of 1997, a massive die-off of poultry was reported in the Guangdong province of Mainland China. The die-off was caused by an avian influenza H5N1 virus. Chickens produced in this area were transported and sold in live poultry markets in Hong Kong. Here

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USDA along with the U.S. Department of the Interior and state wildlife agencies routinely investigate these events if large numbers of birds are impacted. Investigating sick or dead wild bird events serves as an effective tool for the early detection of highly pathogenic avian influenza. If you notice sick or dead birds, please contact your local USDA Wildlife Services office at 1-866-4-USDA-WS. GO TO http://www.aphis.usda.gov/newsroom/hot_issues/avian_influenza/avian_influenza_report-birds.shtml to click on your state   U S Fish & Wildlife Service Permits Import and Export Contact Permit Offices Other Related Sites:     Here