The CDC detected a change in the strain that would allow the virus to more easily travel through human airways.

Biosecurity auditing would be required before future payments.

California and Ohio both reported outbreaks affecting over 1 million birds.

Veterinarians in both states discussed prevention steps ahead of the winter months.

Nearly 124 million birds have been affected since February 2022.

Four separate cases have been reported across the state over the last week.

Approximately 4.5 million egg-laying hens are housed in the affected facility.

Animal health and public health infrastructure prepares for situations such as the emergence of HPAI.

Supplies and prices have seen wide fluctuations in recent weeks.

State public health officials are still investigating the situation.