Learn about H5N1 bird flu
Visit the California Department of Public Health to learn about bird flu.
Raw milk information
Cows infected with bird flu can shed the virus in their milk. The best way to prevent getting sick from germs in raw milk is to choose pasteurized milk and cheese. Learn more about raw milk and your health here: Raw Milk and Raw Milk Products
Wild bird safety
People should avoid direct contact with sick or dead birds, especially wild birds and poultry. Wild birds can be infected with bird flu even if they do not look sick. If you have found a dead bird, please contact 311.
Information for health professionals
The San Francisco Department of Public Health issued a health update for clinicians on December 12, 2024, informing clinicians of a health update issued by the California Department of Public Health on December 6, 2024.
Health professionals can learn more about H5N1 bird flu from the California Department of Public Health.
News
Presumptive Bird Flu Case Identified In San Francisco Resident
The short URL for this page is sf.gov/birdflu