A new CDC co-authored study describes findings from avian influenza A(H5) virus surveillance in live bird markets (LBMs) across Vietnam over a nearly six-year period (March 2017- September 2022). The study found almost 40% of samples taken from LBMs in Vietnam were positive for influenza A viruses with the prevalence of H5 bird flu increasing in 2022. This study underscores how LBM surveillance remains a vitally important activity for situational awareness around bird flu, bird flu mitigation, and pandemic preparedness activities. Following are additional resources.
Additional CDC Resources:
• New Study Highlights Importance of Bird Flu Surveillance in Live Bird Markets
• Information on Bird Flu