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Concerns over highly pathogenic influenza viruses in wild birds and domestic poultry in Alaska were discussed during a Strait Science webinar held over Zoom on Thursday, March 28. This event hosted by the University of Alaska Fairbanks Northwest Campus and Alaska Sea Grant highlighted the need for a comprehensive understanding of the virus and its impact on marine mammals, along with food safety and security concerns for Alaskans.

An epidemiology bulletin published by the State Department of Health late last month warns of the presence of H5N1, a highly pathogenic avian influenza, in Alaska — part of an ongoing global outbreak that began in 2021.

An epidemiology bulletin published by the State Department of Health late last month warns of the presence of H5N1, a highly pathogenic avian influenza, in Alaska — part of an ongoing global outbreak that began in 2021.

The variant is described as “highly pathogenic” because it has the ability to kill poultry — representing a threat to food security and economics.

By Megan Gannon