Wilmar, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith are in Wilmar today, meeting with poultry producers as Minnesota continues to grapple with the devastating effects of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). The senators are visiting a turkey barn impacted by the virus, where they are discussing the USDA’s newly rolled-out strategy, ongoing… Continue reading Minnesota Senators Visit Wilmar Amid Bird Flu Crisis; Over 6.6 Million Birds Lost to Avian Influenza
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Minnesota to Begin Testing Raw Cow Milk for Bird Flu (H5N1) Amid Growing Concerns
Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) – The Minnesota Department of Agriculture has officially started testing raw cow milk for H5N1, commonly known as bird flu. The Dairy Inspection Division is implementing monthly testing across Minnesota farms to monitor for potential outbreaks. Dr. Nicole Nisser, Inspection Division Director, emphasized that Minnesota farmers will not need to take additional action,… Continue reading Minnesota to Begin Testing Raw Cow Milk for Bird Flu (H5N1) Amid Growing Concerns
Testing of Milk in Minnesota for Bird Flu
ST. PAUL, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Minnesota is beginning to test milk for possible bird flu.
11-Year-Old Dilworth Girl Fighting for Her Life After Influenza A Complications
Dilworth, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A once-healthy 11-year-old girl, Olivia Lenhart, is now fighting for her life after an influenza A diagnosis rapidly turned into a life-threatening battle with pneumonia and Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). 🏥 From School to the ICU Just five weeks ago, Olivia was a happy 5th grader at Dilworth Elementary School. Her flu… Continue reading 11-Year-Old Dilworth Girl Fighting for Her Life After Influenza A Complications
Minnesota Flu Season Intensifies: 29 New Deaths and Surge in School Outbreaks
The Minnesota Department of Health has reported a significant escalation in flu activity for the week ending January 18, 2025. An additional 29 flu-related deaths were recorded, bringing the season’s total to 50 fatalities. Notably, there have been no pediatric influenza deaths reported in the state to date. The impact on educational institutions is pronounced,… Continue reading Minnesota Flu Season Intensifies: 29 New Deaths and Surge in School Outbreaks
Minnesota Reports Significant Increase in Flu Activity
St. Paul, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has reported a significant increase in influenza activity for the week ending January 4, 2025. The latest data indicates 14 additional flu-related deaths, bringing the total to 23 for the current season. During this period, 722 patients were hospitalized due to influenza complications, with… Continue reading Minnesota Reports Significant Increase in Flu Activity
Increase in Flu Cases Observed in Minnesota
ST. PAUL, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The number of flu cases is spiking in Minnesota.
Funeral Scheduled for Dilworth Child Following Severe Flu Complications
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Funeral arrangements have been finalized for Zaydan Sandbeck, a 5-year-old child from Dilworth, who passed away after complications from flu symptoms. Zaydan’s condition reportedly escalated after he developed a high fever of nearly 106 degrees. This led to a seizure and subsequent brain swelling, according to social media updates shared by… Continue reading Funeral Scheduled for Dilworth Child Following Severe Flu Complications