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Catastrophic Bird Flu Kills 6 Million Chickens in Arizona

6/5/2025

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A catastrophic bird flu outbreak has struck Hickman's Family Farms in Arizona, wiping out an astonishing 95% of its chickens—around six million birds. With the farm now quarantined and operations suspended, CEO Glenn Hickman is calling for increased access to vaccinations to avert future crises. Thankfully, the public health risk remains low, with no human cases reported.

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A catastrophic bird flu outbreak has struck Hickman's Family Farms in Arizona, wiping out an astonishing 95% of its chickens—around six million birds. With the farm now quarantined and operations suspended, CEO Glenn Hickman is calling for increased access to vaccinations to avert future crises. Thankfully, the public health risk remains low, with no human cases reported.