Reviews the status of avian influenza outbreaks in the U.S. and other parts of the world, characterizes different forms and strains of the virus, and describes ways the virus is transmitted and controlled. Discusses the possible economic effects of an avian influenza outbreak on U.S. economy, and summarizes Federal appropriations authorized to control avian influenza in poultry.
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