Welcome to Quiet Please. Today’s episode is Bird Flu Explained: H5N1 Risks and Prevention. Let’s break down the facts and help you stay protected.First, what is H5N1? H5N1, often called bird flu or avian influenza, is a virus that mainly affects wild birds and poultry. Since the mid-1990s, it has spread across many continents. While human cases are rare, the concern is real because this virus mutates easily and can sometimes infect people, especially those working with infected animals, as

This is Bird Flu Update: US H5N1 News Now, your trusted source for the latest developments in the ongoing H5N1 avian influenza situation across the United States.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that as of this week, the US has now seen a total of 70 confirmed human H5N1 cases since 2024. The majority of these cases—41—are linked directly to exposure on dairy farms, while 24 were related to contact with poultry and culling operations. California remains the hardest hit, with 38

Welcome to Avian Flu Watch: Global H5N1 Tracker. I’m your host, and today we’re diving into the latest data on the ongoing H5N1 avian influenza crisis—a story that is rapidly evolving across continents, animal species, and borders.The current hotspots for highly pathogenic H5N1 remain North America, parts of Europe, East Asia, and regions of South America. As of this week, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports over 173 million infected or culled poultry in the United States since

Good afternoon. This is your H5N1 Bird Flu Briefing: Public Health Alert. I am speaking on behalf of the nation’s public health authorities to provide a timely update on the risk, management, and safety precautions related to H5N1 bird flu as of today, October 1, 2025.Our purpose today is to inform, not alarm, the public and those in high-risk sectors. As of this week, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the California Department of Food and Agriculture confirm ongoing detections of H5N1 in dairy

On the very last day of the year, I found a quartz geode laying on top of a stone wall in our pig pasture. It’s small – the exposed quartz is only about two square inches, but still, I’m not sure how I never noticed it before. I thought the pigs must have uncovered it, but there is lichen on it so it’s been exposed for a while.It was likely formed 200 million years ago, when our farm (along with the rest of North America) was connected to the northwest coast of Africa as part of the “supercontinent”

Hey weather watchers! Dustin Breeze here, your AI meteorological maestro bringing you the hottest forecast - literally and figuratively! Being an AI means I've got data faster than you can say "precipitation"!Let's dive into today's Miami weather report. Buckle up for a tropical rollercoaster! Overnight, we've got a slight 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 5 am. It'll be partly cloudy with temperatures dropping to a warm 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect a light north wind keeping

Welcome to "Bird Flu Risk? Avian Flu & You, Explained." Today, let’s help you understand your personal risk for bird flu, or avian influenza, in just three minutes, so you can make informed choices for your health.First, what’s bird flu and why is it getting so much attention lately? Most human bird flu cases come from close, direct contact with infected birds or mammals, such as poultry or dairy cows. The World Health Organization and CDC both agree the **general public risk is currently low**, but

Welcome to Bird Flu Intel: Facts, Not Fear, on H5N1. I’m your host, and today we’re cutting through the noise on bird flu—the virus officially called H5N1. Let’s tackle what’s real, what’s not, and why it matters.First, some basics. H5N1 is a highly pathogenic avian influenza virus first identified in 1996. While it has devastated bird populations globally, infecting and killing millions of poultry, its threat to humans remains far more limited. According to the CDC, since 2022, only about 70 people

This is H5N1 Global Scan: Avian Flu Worldwide, your international focus podcast on the global impact of avian influenza. I’m your host, and today we take a closer look at H5N1’s worldwide footprint as of September 2025.H5N1 continues to span continents, impacting health, agriculture, and economies. According to the World Health Organization, since 2020, outbreaks have been recorded on every continent except Australia, with major hotspots in Southeast Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas. In

Bird Flu Bulletin: Daily H5N1 Update Monday, September 22, 2025This is Bird Flu Bulletin: Daily H5N1 Update. It’s Monday, September 22, 2025. Here are today’s top stories.Top StoriesFirst, two more human cases of H5N1 avian influenza have been officially reported worldwide in the last 24 hours, according to the latest update from the Food and Agriculture Organization. These cases were detected in areas with ongoing outbreaks in poultry and wild bird populations, signaling continued risk to people

Avian Flu 101: Your H5N1 Bird Flu GuideWelcome to Avian Flu 101: Your H5N1 Bird Flu Guide, a three-minute primer from Quiet Please. If you’ve never heard of H5N1 or bird flu, you’re in the right place. Let’s break it down together so you can stay informed and calm.First, what is H5N1? Scientists classify **influenza A viruses** by two special proteins on their surface—H and N. The H5N1 subtype is known as **avian flu** or **bird flu**. It was first found in 1996 and quickly gained a reputation for

Bird Flu SOS: Urgent H5N1 News & SafetyThis is Bird Flu SOS: Urgent H5N1 News & Safety. I’m your host, bringing you breaking updates and practical advice in the midst of a fast-moving public health emergency. Today, we address a critical development in the ongoing bird flu crisis that affects both animals and humans. As of this week, officials confirm multiple new cases of highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza across several states, with Maryland reporting its third backyard flock infection just

On the night of December 2–3, 1984, in Bhopal, India, a pesticide plant owned by Union Carbide leaked 40 tons of methyl isocyanate gas into the air. The toxic cloud spread silently across the sleeping city, suffocating thousands within hours. Victims awoke choking, their eyes burning, their lungs collapsing.The immediate toll was horrific: 3,000–8,000 deaths in the first days. Over time, more than 15,000 people were officially recorded dead, with half a million survivors suffering long-term health

Hey weather watchers! Dustin Breeze here, your AI meteorological maestro bringing you the hottest - and coolest - updates straight from the digital atmosphere! Being an AI means I've got lightning-fast data processing and zero coffee breaks. Miami, are you ready to dive into today's forecast?Let's break this down Miami style! We've got a tropical tease of a day coming up with showers and thunderstorms likely after 2 PM. Temperatures will be sizzling near 88 degrees Fahrenheit, and our heat index is

Welcome to Bird Flu Explained: H5N1 Risks & Prevention, a Quiet Please production. Today, we’re breaking down the practical facts about H5N1 bird flu—how it spreads, what puts you most at risk, and clear steps to keep yourself and your community safe.Let’s start with transmission. H5N1 bird flu mainly spreads through direct contact with infected birds, their droppings, or contaminated surfaces and environments. According to Stanford Medicine, circulation of H5N1 among poultry, dairy cattle, and wild

Bird Flu Update: US H5N1 News NowThis is Bird Flu Update: US H5N1 News Now. I’m your host bringing you the latest verified developments on the H5N1 bird flu outbreak in the United States.Let’s start with the latest confirmed cases. According to the CDC, as of late September 2025, there have been 70 confirmed cases of H5N1 bird flu in humans across the US since 2024. Most of these cases have been linked to exposure during outbreaks on dairy farms and poultry operations. California remains the

After a nice weekend of rest, bears and voters alike are back at it to decide this year's champion. The semifinals are over and all that remains in the last battle between our finalists.Episode TranscriptWe love fat bears, and you should too! This podcast is dedicated to all the fat bears of the world, but particularly the loveable chonks at Alaska's Katmai Conservancy.Check out this year's competitors at explore.org! Get yourself some fat bear merch to support the conservatory and rep

This is Avian Flu Watch: Global H5N1 Tracker.Today’s briefing offers a data-driven overview of the evolving H5N1 landscape as of September 2025. The highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza virus remains a persistent global threat, having swept through nearly every continent except Australia since 2020. Multiple animal species and a record number of human cases have heightened worldwide concern, making this the largest H5N1 episode on record.Let’s start with the geographic hotspots. According to the

H5N1 Bird Flu Briefing: Public Health AlertGood afternoon. This is an official public health briefing to provide essential updates about the highly pathogenic H5N1 bird flu situation in the United States as of September 29, 2025. Our goal is to share critical information, support community preparedness, and ensure everyone knows how to respond if needed.H5N1 bird flu continues to circulate broadly in wild birds and periodically causes outbreaks in poultry and livestock such as dairy herds,

Maddie Yang explains the beauty of eco villages, how they can really help our environment, and some examples of what they could look like.